The ideal night sky gift for all amateur and experienced astronomers
“This is a great guide to the night sky at a great price.” Astronomy Now
“A handy and straightforward guide.” British Astronomical Association's Journal
“An ideal Christmas stocking-filler.” The Observatory Magazine
The UK’s Number One Astronomy publisher presents the bestselling handbook to the planets, stars and constellations visible from the northern hemisphere. With 6 pages for each month covering January–December 2027. Designed for Britain and Ireland but usable anywhere in the world between 40°N and 60°N, covering most of Europe, southern Canada and the northern United States. This practical guide is your easy introduction to exploring the skies and a useful reference for seasoned stargazers.
∗ Easy-to-use star charts for each month with descriptions of objects and events to look out for in 2027.
∗ 16 additional pages of useful content.
∗ Charts for the circumpolar and seasonal constellations.
∗ Positions of the moon, visible planets, lunar and solar eclipses.
∗ Includes a section on comets and a detailed map of the moon.
∗ Advice on where to start looking and a map of dark sky sites to avoid light pollution.
∗ Now in three editions: Britain and Ireland; North America; Southern Hemisphere.
Written and illustrated by astronomical experts and approved by the astronomers of the Royal Observatory Greenwich.
Manufacturer
Specifications
- Publisher
- Collins ELT
- Language
- -
- Type
- Science Fiction, Prose
- Subtitle
- -
- Cover
- Soft
- Number of Pages
- 112
- Release Date
- 01/12/2026
- Publication Date
- 2026
- Dimensions
- 14.8x21 cm
- ISBN-13
- 9780008815738
Additional Specifications
- Books Adapted to TV Series / Movies
- No
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