Astronomy For Dummies
The fun and easy way to explore the night skyDo you know the difference between a red giant and a white dwarf? From asteroids to black holes, this easy-to-understand guide takes you on a grand tour of the universe. Featuring updated star maps, charts, and an insert with gorgeous full-color photographs,Astronomy For Dummiesprovides an easy-to-follow introduction to the night sky.See the light — get pointers on observing sky objects with and without optics, selecting binoculars and telescopes, and positioning yourself for optimal viewingWon't you be my neighbor? — take a tour of the collection of planets, moons, and planetary debris that orbits the SunMeet some old sols — find the best and brightest of the sky objects and enhance your connection to the universe by getting to know the life cycle of starsPonder this — explore thought-provoking concepts like the search for extraterrestrial intelligence and the nature of dark matter and antimatterOpen the book and find:The difference between planets and starsNames of stars and constellationsTerrific tools for observing the skiesA tour of the solar systemThe scoop on the Big Bang theory and the evolution of the universeFull-color photos of spiral galaxies, nebulae, asteroids, and planetsThe 4-1-1 on black holes and quasarsAstronomy clubs, websites, apps, and moreLearn to:Enjoy skywatching in your backyardIdentify planets and starsExplore our solar system, the Milky Way, and beyondUnderstand the Big Bang, quasars, antimatter, and more