A Walk Through the Heavens
A Guide to Stars and Constellations and Their Legends
By Milton D. Heifetz,Wil Tirion | Publisher: Cambridge University Press
About the book
What is that star called Where is the Great Bear A Walk through the Heavens is a beautiful guide to the pathways in the night sky and which answers these questions and more. Written for complete beginners this book introduces the reader to the patterns of the northern hemisphere s sky in a clear and memorable way. Its simplified maps and clear instructions make it easy to find the main constellations and identify the bright stars within them. This fourth edition adds color and a map of the Moon to its successful formula. Ancient myths and legends of the sky some thousands of years old are retold to add to the wonder and mystery of the stars. No equipment is needed to use this practical guide just the naked eye and clear dark skies above - simply look up relax and enjoy this journey across the sky.
Editions of A Walk Through the Heavens
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781316645512
Read an Excerpt
What is that star called Where is the Great Bear A Walk through the Heavens is a beautiful guide to the pathways in the night sky and which answers these questions and more. Written for complete beginners this book introduces the reader to the patterns of the northern hemisphere s sky in a clear and memorable way. Its simplified maps and clear instructions make it easy to find the main constellations and identify the bright stars within them. This fourth edition adds color and a map of the Moon to its successful formula. Ancient myths and legends of the sky some thousands of years old are retold to add to the wonder and mystery of the stars. No equipment is needed to use this practical guide just the naked eye and clear dark skies above - simply look up relax and enjoy this journey across the sky.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Walk Through the Heavens about?
What is that star called Where is the Great Bear A Walk through the Heavens is a beautiful guide to the pathways in the night sky and which answers these questions and more. Written for complete beginners this book introduces the reader to the patterns of the northern hemisphere s sky in a clear and memorable way. Its simplified maps and clear instructions make it easy to find the main constellations and identify the bright stars within them. This fourth edition adds color and a map of the Moon to its successful formula. Ancient myths and legends of the sky some thousands of years old are retold to add to the wonder and mystery of the stars. No equipment is needed to use this practical guide just the naked eye and clear dark skies above - simply look up relax and enjoy this journey across the sky.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in A Walk Through the Heavens?
Mathematics and Science > Astronomy, space and time > Galaxies and stars
Where can I read a sample of A Walk Through the Heavens?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781316645512
Who is/are the Author/s of the book A Walk Through the Heavens?
Milton D. Heifetz,Wil Tirion
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
A Walk Through the Heavens is available as paperback(ISBN 9781316645512)