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A Walk through the Heavens

A Walk through the Southern Sky

A Guide to Stars and Constellations and their Legends Fourth edition Milton D. Heifetz and Wil Tirion

A Guide to Stars, Constellations and Their Legends Third edition Milton Heifetz Illustrated by Wil Tirion

Written for complete beginners, this beautiful guide introduces the constellations of the northern hemisphere in a clear and memorable way.

A Walk through the Southern Sky is a beautifully illustrated guide to the stars and constellations of the southern hemisphere.

February 2017 246 x 189 mm 106pp 978-1-316-64551-2 Paperback £14.99 / US$19.99 G

Turn Left at Orion Hundreds of Night Sky Objects to See in a Home Telescope – and How to Find Them Fifth edition Guy Consolmagno and Dan M. Davis

A new edition of this best-selling guidebook to the night sky, showing amateur astronomers how to observe a host of celestial wonders.

July 2018 310 x 245 mm c.256pp 978-1-108-45756-9 Spiral bound £25.00 / US$34.95 G

October 2012 246 x 189 mm 126pp 20 colour illus. 48 maps 978-1-107-69898-7 Paperback £32.00 / US$42.95 G

A Question and Answer Guide to Astronomy Second edition Carol Christian and Jean-René Roy

This book gives simple yet rigorous answers to hundreds of astronomical questions, for anyone who has ever wondered about the cosmos.

March 2017 247 x 174 mm 358pp 543 b/w illus.

978-1-316-61526-3 Paperback £19.99 / US$29.99 G

Stargazing Basics Getting Started in Recreational Astronomy Second edition Paul E. Kinzer

A simple guide to get you started in astronomy, from observing the night sky to purchasing binoculars and telescopes.

July 2015 247 x 174 mm 173pp 91 b/w illus. 12 colour illus. 8 maps 978-1-107-43940-5 Paperback £14.99 / US$19.95 G

Deep-Sky Companions: The Messier Objects

Deep-Sky Companions: The Secret Deep

Deep-Sky Companions: The Caldwell Objects

Second edition Stephen James O’Meara

Stephen James O’Meara Photographs by Mario Motta

This updated Deep-Sky Companion features improved star charts for finding every Messier Object and a complete history of their discovery.

An essential guide for any deepsky observer, featuring 109 new objects, each accompanied by photographs, sketches and finder charts.

Second edition Stephen James O’Meara Photographs by Mario Motta

June 2014 253 x 177 mm 422pp 254 b/w illus.

978-1-107-01837-2 Hardback £35.99 / US$49.95 G

June 2011 254 x 174 mm 498pp 435 b/w illus.

978-0-521-19876-9 Hardback £36.00 / US$46.95 G

Featuring stunning images, updated observations and astrophysical descriptions, this is ideal for observers in search of a new challenge.

November 2016 253 x 177 mm 573pp 520 b/w illus.

978-1-107-08397-4 Hardback £41.00 / US$55.95 G

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Deep-Sky Companions: Southern Gems

Herschel 400 Observing Guide

The Cambridge Star Atlas

The Cambridge Double Star Atlas

Steve O’Meara

Stephen James O’Meara

Steve O’Meara’s guide to the Herschel 400 for amateur astronomers.

Fourth edition Wil Tirion

Second edition Bruce MacEvoy Illustrated by Wil Tirion

This text presents 120 deep-sky objects for southern hemisphere stargazers, each accompanied by beautiful images, finder charts and lucid commentary.

May 2013 276 x 216 mm 379pp 978-1-107-63200-4 Paperback £37.00 / US$56.00 G

May 2013 253 x 177 mm 450pp 204 b/w illus. 114 maps 978-1-107-01501-2 Hardback £37.00 / US$56.00 G

Ideal for astronomers worldwide, the fourth edition of this classic atlas features new Moon maps, new data and enhanced charts.

January 2011 303 x 228 mm 95pp 32 colour illus.

978-0-521-17363-6 Spiral bound £28.99 / US$39.95 G

The first and only atlas of physical double stars, with charts by celestial cartographer Wil Tirion.

December 2015 303 x 228 mm 170pp 6 b/w illus. 62 maps 5 tables 978-1-107-53420-9 Spiral bound £36.00 / US$45.95 G

interstellarum Deep Sky Atlas

interstellarum Deep Sky Atlas

Axel Mellinger and Ronald Stoyan

Desk Edition Ronald Stoyan and Stephan Schurig

Field Edition Ronald Stoyan and Stephan Schurig

The first star atlas devoted to the Herschel objects, a musthave for stargazers who want to explore these fascinating objects.

A mosaic of the entire sky, unparalleled in detail and completeness, an indispensable atlas for visual observers and astrophotographers.

A revolutionary deep sky atlas, designed for the visual observer, showing all deep sky objects according to their telescopic visibility.

A waterproof deep sky atlas, designed for the visual observer, showing all deep sky objects according to their telescopic visibility.

January 2011 303 x 228 mm 190pp 32 colour illus.

978-0-521-13817-8 Spiral bound £24.99 / US$34.99 G

September 2011 340 x 250 mm 186pp 164 colour illus.

978-1-107-01346-9 Hardback £44.00 / US$61.00 G

December 2014 260 x 280 mm 264pp 150 maps 3 tables 978-1-107-50338-0 Spiral bound £75.00 / US$110.00 G

December 2014 260 x 280 mm 264pp 150 maps 3 tables 978-1-107-50339-7 Spiral bound £140.00 / US$245.00 G

The Cambridge Atlas of Herschel Objects

The Cambridge Photographic Star Atlas

James Mullaney and Wil Tirion

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interstellarum Deep Sky Guide

interstellarum Deep Sky Guide

Desk Edition Ronald Stoyan and Uwe Glahn

Field Edition Ronald Stoyan and Uwe Glahn

An innovative illustrated guide to around 2,500 deep-sky objects to accompany the well-received interstellarum Deep Sky Atlas.

An innovative illustrated guide to around 2,500 deep-sky objects to accompany the well-received interstellarum Deep Sky Atlas.

June 2018 280 x 265 mm c.264pp 978-1-108-45313-4 Desk Edition c. £75.00 / c. US$95.00 P

June 2018 280 x 265 mm c.264pp 978-1-108-45385-1 Field Edition c. £155.00 / c. US$190.00 P

An Amateur’s Observing the Guide to Observing Solar System The Modern Astronomer’s and Imaging Guide the Heavens Ian Morison

This book provides extensive guidance for amateurs on observing and imaging equipment and demonstrates how to best use them.

August 2014 247 x 187 mm 344pp 105 b/w illus. 12 colour illus. 2 tables 978-1-107-61960-9 Paperback £21.99 / US$32.99 G

Observing Variable Stars, Novae and Supernovae

The Complete Guide to the Herschel Objects

The Art of Astrophotography

Gerald North and Nick James

Sir William Herschel’s Star Clusters, Nebulae and Galaxies Mark Bratton

This book provides a step-bystep guide of how anyone can capture and produce beautiful astronomical images, for beginners and professionals alike.

Instructs amateur astronomers in observing and monitoring variable stars and other objects of variable brightness.

August 2014 246 x 189 mm 242pp 978-1-107-63612-5 Paperback £30.00 / US$41.95 G

Provides a complete re-examination of Herschel’s entire catalogue; a must-have for amateur astronomers seeking new and exciting observing challenges.

Ian Morison

February 2017 246 x 189 mm 280pp 198 colour illus. 2 tables 978-1-316-61841-7 Paperback £29.99 / US$44.99 G

Gerald North

A practical primer for aspiring observers of the planets and other Solar System objects, written by an experienced amateur astronomer.

October 2012 246 x 189 mm 511pp 220 b/w illus. 16 colour illus. 3 tables 978-0-521-89751-8 Hardback £32.99 / US$48.99 G

Digital SLR Astrophotography Second edition Michael A. Covington

A definitive handbook to photographing the night sky using DSLR cameras, including projects for both beginners and more advanced enthusiasts.

September 2018 246 x 189 mm 400pp 978-1-316-63993-1 Paperback £27.99 / US$39.95 G

September 2011 246 x 189 mm 592pp 600 b/w illus.

978-0-521-76892-4 Hardback £60.00 / US$92.00 G

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Shoot the Moon A Complete Guide to Lunar Imaging Nicolas Dupont-Bloch

Dedicated to modern lunar imaging, this is an in-depth and illustrated guide to capturing impressive images of our nearest neighbour.

November 2016 247 x 174 mm 330pp 153 b/w illus. 77 colour illus. 13 tables 978-1-107-54844-2 Paperback £25.00 / US$40.95 G

Complete Spectroscopy for Amateur Astronomers Richard Walker and Marc Trypsteen

A two-volume reference work featuring the full colour Spectral Atlas for Amateur Astronomers and its companion guide, Spectroscopy for Amateur Astronomers.

August 2017 276 x 219 mm 470pp 978-1-316-64256-6 Multiple copy pack £84.99 / US$105.00 R

Practical Astronomy with your Calculator or Spreadsheet Peter Duffett-Smith and Jonathan Zwart

The fourth edition of this handbook is ideal for anyone wanting to make astronomical calculations for themselves.

July 2017 254 x 203 mm c.238pp 978-1-108-43607-6 Paperback £29.99 / US$45.99 G

Nearest Star The Surprising Science of our Sun Second edition Leon Golub and Jay M. Pasachoff

An authoritative and readable introduction to the Sun, our nearest star, from two experienced astronomers, for general science readers.

Spectroscopy for Amateur Astronomers

Spectral Atlas for Amateur Astronomers

Recording, Processing, Analysis and Interpretation Marc F. M. Trypsteen and Richard Walker

A Guide to the Spectra of Astronomical Objects and Terrestrial Light Sources Richard Walker

This book presents the astrophysical concepts behind astronomical spectroscopy, covering both theoretical and practical elements.

A full colour reference featuring detailed commented spectral profiles of more than one hundred astronomical objects.

July 2017 276 x 219 mm 162pp 129 b/w illus.

978-1-107-16618-9 Hardback £34.99 / US$49.99 P

The Life and Death of Stars Kenneth R. Lang

Explains how stars are born, how they evolve and their ultimate fates, for a broad general audience.

May 2013 253 x 177 mm 363pp 155 b/w illus. 32 colour illus. 42 tables 978-1-107-01638-5 Hardback £32.00 / US$45.99 G

May 2014 228 x 152 mm 325pp 107 b/w illus. 16 colour illus. 1 map 2 tables 978-1-107-67264-2 Paperback £18.99 / US$24.99 G

July 2017 276 x 219 mm 290pp 211 colour illus. 26 tables 978-1-107-16590-8 Hardback £59.99 / US$89.99 P

The New Cosmos Answering Astronomy’s Big Questions David J. Eicher Foreword by Alex Filippenko

A fascinating and spectacular exploration of the cosmos that provides readers with a definitive view of the latest discoveries.

December 2015 246 x 189 mm 295pp 90 colour illus.

978-1-107-06885-8 Hardback £22.00 / US$29.99 G

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A Journey through the Universe Gresham Lectures on Astronomy Ian Morison

A comprehensive, up-to-date survey of our knowledge of the Universe beyond Earth, for general readers and astronomy enthusiasts.

September 2014 247 x 174 mm 365pp 137 b/w illus. 8 colour illus.

978-1-107-07346-3 Hardback £28.00 / US$40.99 G

COMETS! Visitors from Deep Space David J. Eicher Foreword by David H. Levy

Practical guide to the history and science of comets, including techniques and tips on how to observe and image them.

December 2013 253 x 177 mm 230pp 68 b/w illus. 16 colour illus.

978-1-107-62277-7 Paperback £13.99 / US$19.99 G

Atlas of Great Comets Ronald Stoyan Translated by Storm Dunlop

A stunning visual reference on thirty of the greatest comets that have been witnessed and documented since the Middle Ages.

January 2015 325 x 250 mm 224pp 123 b/w illus. 163 colour illus. 32 maps 34 tables 978-1-107-09349-2 Hardback £28.99 / US$44.99 G

Asteroids Relics of Ancient Time Michael K. Shepard

An engaging read for anyone curious about asteroids and what they may mean for our future – both as threats and opportunities.

April 2015 228 x 152 mm 368pp 92 b/w illus. 8 tables 978-1-107-06144-6 Hardback £23.00 / US$31.95 G

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Milton D. Heifetz

A Walk through the Heavens

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Milton Heifetz

A Walk through the Southern Sky

978-1-107-69898-7

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Carol Christian

A Question and Answer Guide to Astronomy

978-1-316-61526-3

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Paul E. Kinzer

Stargazing Basics

978-1-107-43940-5

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Guy Consolmagno

Turn Left at Orion

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Stephen James O’Meara

Deep-Sky Companions: The Messier Objects

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Stephen James O’Meara

Deep-Sky Companions: The Secret Deep

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Stephen James O’Meara

Deep-Sky Companions: The Caldwell Objects

978-1-107-08397-4

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Stephen James O’Meara

Deep-Sky Companions: Southern Gems

978-1-107-01501-2

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Steve O’Meara

Herschel 400 Observing Guide

978-1-107-63200-4

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The Cambridge Star Atlas

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The Cambridge Double Star Atlas

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The Cambridge Atlas of Herschel Objects

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The Cambridge Photographic Star Atlas

978-1-107-01346-9

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interstellarum Deep Sky Atlas

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interstellarum Deep Sky Atlas

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978-1-108-45313-4

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Ronald Stoyan

interstellarum Deep Sky Guide Field Edition

978-1-108-45385-1

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An Amateur’s Guide to Observing and Imaging the Heavens

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Gerald North

Observing the Solar System

978-0-521-89751-8

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Gerald North

Observing Variable Stars, Novae and Supernovae

978-1-107-63612-5

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The Complete Guide to the Herschel Objects

978-0-521-76892-4

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Ian Morison

The Art of Astrophotography

978-1-316-61841-7

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Digital SLR Astrophotography

978-1-316-63993-1

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Shoot the Moon

978-1-107-54844-2

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Complete Spectroscopy for Amateur Astronomers

978-1-316-64256-6

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Nearest Star

978-1-107-67264-2

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Nicolas DupontBloch

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Peter Duffett-Smith

Practical Astronomy with your Calculator or Spreadsheet

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Marc F. M. Trypsteen

Spectroscopy for Amateur Astronomers

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Richard Walker

Spectral Atlas for Amateur Astronomers

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Richard Walker

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Leon Golub

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Kenneth R. Lang

The Life and Death of Stars

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The New Cosmos

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Ian Morison

A Journey through the Universe

978-1-107-07346-3

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COMETS!

978-1-107-62277-7

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Ronald Stoyan

Atlas of Great Comets

978-1-107-09349-2

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Asteroids

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