num_pages: 224
description: Journey among the stars with this unique guide for amateur astronomers and space enthusiasts who want to explore the universe of skywatching and space science beyond their own back yards. Whether you thrill to the spectacle of a space-shuttle launch or attend a "star party" with fellow skywatchers, Star and Sky takes you on a journey to the far reaches of the cosmos.Informative essays chronicle the history of astronomy, offer tips on buying and using telescopes and other equipment, and take you on a telescopic tour of the night sky.Complete descriptions of observatories, planetariums, space camps, and other "space places" tell you where and how to visit state-of-the-art research facilities and interactive educational centers.More than 250 full-color images--including specially commissioned maps, a guide to the features of the Moon, and star charts for each of the four seasons--bring adventure into focus.
language: English
title: Star and Sky
titlecomplete: Star and Sky (Discovery Travel Adventures)
genres: Science
ratings_count: 1
series: Discovery Travel Adventures
publisher: Discovery Channel Inc