Astronomy

Astronomy
ISBN-10
1405312912
ISBN-13
9781405312912
Series
Astronomy
Category
Science
Pages
300
Language
English
Published
2006
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Author
Ian Ridpath

Description

Helps you discover the history and origins of the universe and observe the stars and galaxies, with over 100 star charts and profiles of 88 constellations. Including a month-by-month guide to highlights of the night sky, this title is for enthusiasts.

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