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Astronomy Dinah L. Moche

Astronomy By Dinah L. Moche

Astronomy by Dinah L. Moche


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Astronomy: A Self-Teaching Guide, Eighth Edition by Dinah L. Moche

Now with a full-color insert and thoroughly revised, this perennial bestseller is the most comprehensive and successful beginner's astronomy books in the market.
One of the best ways by which one can be introduced to the wonders of astronomy. -The Strolling Astronomer

For a generation, Astronomy: A Self-Teaching Guide has introduced hundreds of thousands of readers worldwide to the night sky. Now this classic beginner's guide has been completely revised to bring it up to date with the latest discoveries. Updated with the latest, most accurate information, new online resources, and more than 100 new graphics and photos, this Eighth Edition features:
  • Website addresses throughout for the best color images and astronomy resources online
  • Technical ideas made simple without mathematics
  • A beautiful updated full-color, glossy insert with spectacular images
  • An interactive format with learning goals, reviews, self-tests, and answers for fast learning
  • Astronomy Reviews

    One of the best ways by which one can be introduced to the wonders of astronomy. - The Strolling Astronomer Excellent . . . provides stimulating reading and actively involves the reader in astronomy. - The Reflector A lively, up-to-date account of the basic principles of astronomy and exciting current field of research. - Science Digest

    About Dinah L. Moche

    Dinah L. Moche, Ph.D., is Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the City University of New York. An award-winning author and lecturer, her books have sold over ten million copies in seven languages.

    Table of Contents

    List of Tables Introduction Cosmic View Chapter 1 Understanding the Starry Sky Chapter 2 Light and Telescopes Chapter 3 The Stars Chapter 4 The Sun Chapter 5 Stellar Evolution Chapter 6 Galaxies Chapter 7 The Universe Chapter 8 Exploring the Solar System Chapter 9 The Planets Chapter 10 The Moon Chapter 11 Comets, Meteors, and Meteorites Chapter 12 Life on Other Worlds? Epilogue Useful Resources and Web Sites Periodicals: Print and Online Databases Books by Dinah L. Moche Career Information Almanacs, Observing Guides, and Star Atlases Organizations Stunning Color Images and News Online Appendixes 1. The Constellations 2. Physical and Astronomical Constants 3. Measurements and Symbols 4. Periodic Table of the Elements 5. The Nearest Stars 6. The Messier Objects Index Star and Moon Maps Spring Skies Summer Skies Autumn Skies Winter Skies Moon Map

    Additional information

    GOR009951201
    9781620459904
    1620459906
    Astronomy: A Self-Teaching Guide, Eighth Edition by Dinah L. Moche
    Used - Good
    Paperback
    Turner Publishing Company
    20140904
    388
    N/A
    Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
    This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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