The Art of Urban Astronomy

A Guide to Stargazing Wherever You Are

Abigail Beall

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English

Trapeze
11 July 2019

Popular science; Popular astronomy & space

Did you know that stars are seasonal? That Orion is one of the brightest stars? That a single day on Venus is longer than an entire year on Earth?

Space has captivated mankind since the beginning of time. Fifty years ago, Neil Armstrong became the first man to step on the moon and since then our knowledge of astronomy has continued to expand. With so many mysteries yet to be solved, science journalist Abigail Beall takes readers on an astonishing journey though the landscape of space.

In THE ART OF URBAN ASTRONOMY, you will be guided through the seasons and learn about the brightest stars and constellations, the myths and legends of astronomy and how to identify star clusters and galaxies with just your eyes or a pair of binoculars. For urban dwellers wrapped up in the rush and bustle of the city, it can be calming and truly valuable to take the time simply to stop, look and reconnect with nature.

Packed full of seasonal star charts, constellation charts and fascinating facts, this is the perfect guide for those who have looked up at the night sky and don't know where to begin. After reading this book, you'll never look up in the same way again.

By: Abigail Beall
Imprint: Trapeze
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 200mm, Width: 130mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 281g
ISBN: 9781409192855
ISBN 10: 1409192857
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 11 July 2019
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Abigail Beall is a freelance science journalist. She studied Physics at Durham University before completing a masters in Science Journalism at City University in London. She grew up in Scotland and now lives in Leeds, but spent most of 2018 travelling around Asia. Find her on Twitter and Instagram @abbybeall