The young astronomer's handbook
By: Ian Ridpath.
Publisher: Arco Publishing
Published: 1984
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 224
Subjects: Astronomy -- Juvenile literature; Astronomy
Description: An illustrated guide to astronomy with information on astronomical instruments, the solar system, the celestial sphere, the origins of the universe, and theories of astronomy from ancient times to the present. Also includes a section on constellations, pointing out objects of interest that can be observed with simple equipment.
Notes: Bibliography: p. 214.
Includes index.