Astronomy For Dummies

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<p><b>Embark on your own personal journey into the night sky. Stardate: Today!</b><p>Ever catch yourself staring up at the night sky and wondering just what the heck is out there? While no one book can answer<i>all</i> your questions,<i>Astronomy For Dummies</i> will take you on a tour through the Milky Way (and beyond!) that describes some of the most fascinating objects in the universe.<p>This book comes complete with online access to chapter quizzes and downloadable full-color astronomical photos of our universe, as well as easy-to-follow explanations of the eye-popping wonders and gorgeous interstellar objects that populate our solar system, galaxy, and universe. Youll find:<ul><li>Brand-new star charts for the northern and southern hemispheres, as well as descriptions of the latest tech tools for amateur astronomers</li><li>Lists of the most recently discovered exoplanets, exomoons, and exocomets hurtling through the cosmos</li><li>The latest timelines for dazzling solar events and maps to the best places to see them live and in-person</li></ul><p>Filled with discussions of the biggest and greatest new breakthroughs and an 8-page color insert packed with unbelievable, full-color photographs,<i>Astronomy For Dummies</i> is a cant-miss book that will ignite a passion for understanding the mysteries of the universe in children and adults alike!

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<p><b>Stephen P. Maran, PhD,</b> is former Assistant Director of Space Sciences for Information and Outreach at NASAs Goddard Space Flight Center.<p><b>Richard Tresch Fienberg, PhD,</b> is former Editor in Chief of<i>Sky& Telescope</i> magazine. Both Steve and Rick have received NASA medals for exceptional achievement.

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