{"product_id":"night-sky-atlas-robin-scagell-9781770859005","title":"Night Sky Atlas: The Moon, Planets, Stars and Deep-Sky Objects","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eUpdated star maps include all sky events occurring in 2017 and beyond.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Praise for the previous edition: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"A concise introduction to the night sky suitable for the beginning stargazer... The text is clear and easy to read... Recommended.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e -- Choice \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"An ideal portable reference for backyard astronomers. This atlas combines clear, accurate star maps with reliable and informative text.\" \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e -- The Lunar and Planetary Information Bulletin \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003eNight Sky Atlas\u003c\/i\u003e is a highly practical atlas for sky gazers using binoculars or a small telescope. It combines clear, accurate star maps with reliable and informative text and color photographs of the solar system. The book is designed for practical use, with a lay-flat binding and cover flaps that help when in the field. The large format makes it easy to read the detailed maps and enjoy the beautiful photographs. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The book includes: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e Sturdy plastic-laminated binding suitable for outdoor use \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Sewn binding that allows double-page reading and flaps to use as page-markers \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Constellation maps with yellow stars on a blue background for easy reference \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Black and white relief maps show interesting sections of the Moon's surface. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Star maps with black stars on a white background, ideal for penciling in observations \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e The book's back flap lists the constellations with page numbers for quick access \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e The high-quality paper can withstand repeated use of an eraser. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e Opposite each map is a photorealistic image that shows how the same portion of sky looks to the naked eye, which allows less-experienced observers to locate and identify objects. The maps can be used for planning observations, navigating from one part of the sky to another, and as a quick reference guide. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Robin Scagell\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1770859004\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781770859005\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Firefly Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/07\/2017\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 128\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.37lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.70h x 8.40w x 0.70d","brand":"Robin Scagell","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":44042428219647,"sku":"9781770859005","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_d34d0d17-d160-4d4e-8716-fc4ed92cfeb5.jpg?v=1684961461","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/night-sky-atlas-robin-scagell-9781770859005","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}