A Walk Through The Heavens
Written by Milton D Heifetz & Will Tirion, 106 pages, paperback
What is that star called? Where is the Great Bear? A Walk through the Heavens is a beautiful guide to the pathways in the night sky, and which answers these questions and more. Written for complete beginners, this book introduces the reader to the patterns of the northern hemisphere's sky in a clear and memorable way. Its simplified maps and clear instructions make it easy to find the main constellations and identify the bright stars within them. This fourth edition adds color and a map of the Moon to its successful formula. Ancient myths and legends of the sky, some thousands of years old, are retold to add to the wonder and mystery of the stars. No equipment is needed to use this practical guide, just the naked eye and clear dark skies above - simply look up, relax and enjoy this journey across the sky.
- This long-awaited fourth edition is in color throughout, with a more modern design, updated planet positions, and a new Moon map
- Suitable for complete beginners of all ages, from eight to eighty
- The constellations can be seen by the naked eye, so no equipment is required
