Anny P. (wolfnme) reviewed Peterson First Guides: Astronomy (A simplified field guide to the stars, planets, and the universe) on + 3389 more book reviews
Reviewer: Robert Lipsitz "study but doubt, question and be ever vigiliant" (Washington D.C.) -
I find this book most useful for the 12 star maps found at the very begining. It gives basic information about astronomy in a comprehensible manner. The book is handy enough to keep with you and with a small penlight you can reference the maps while observing the night sky, easily fits in a jacket or pans back pocket. Additionally I found the mythology behind the traditional western culture naming of the constellations interesting.
I find this book most useful for the 12 star maps found at the very begining. It gives basic information about astronomy in a comprehensible manner. The book is handy enough to keep with you and with a small penlight you can reference the maps while observing the night sky, easily fits in a jacket or pans back pocket. Additionally I found the mythology behind the traditional western culture naming of the constellations interesting.
Sara H. reviewed Peterson First Guides: Astronomy (A simplified field guide to the stars, planets, and the universe) on
Really useful, lots of cool maps.
