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Seeing Stars: A Complete Guide to the 88 Constellations
214 pp.
| Phaidon |
November, 2018 |
TradeISBN 978-0-7148-7772-3$24.95
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4-6
This comprehensive guide provides aspiring astronomers and stargazers with a wealth of information about the constellations of both hemispheres. Readers will be tempted to jump right to constellation-searching but should start at the beginning for some contextual history and science. The illustrations are largely aqua and gold on navy backgrounds and have a neat retro aesthetic. Back matter includes extensive star maps. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.