by James Kavanagh (Author), Waterford Press (Created by), Leung Raymond (Illustrator)
Learn about stars, our moon, planets (visible with the naked eye), eclipses, meteor showers, and other celestial events with this portable guide to the night sky. It includes glow-in-the dark summer and winter star charts showing constellations visible even through urban lights. Laminated for durability, this 12-panel folding guide is the ideal companion for amateur astronomers and anyone who wishes to deepen their understanding of the night sky and the spectacular phenomena of our galaxy. Made in the USA.
Author Biography
Zoologist Jim Kavanagh has made a career out of introducing novices to plants, animals, the sciences and world cultures. In addition to creating over 500 simplified nature guides, he has also authored guides to languages, cities and outdoor skills. An avid traveler and backpacker, Kavanagh's path has taken him around the world to many remote destinations including the upper Amazon, Africa, Australia, and the Arctic Circle (and this is just the As). He is also the author of a series of state-specific guides to common species and natural attractions and a children's book on evolution.
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