A Walk through the Heavens A Guide to Stars and Constellations and their Legends Second edition
Milton D. Heifetz University of Southern California Wil Tirion Price: AUD$26.95
Status Available
Bindings: Paperback Date of Publication: 26/2/1998 Bibliographic Description: 1998 246 x 189 mm 87pp 50 line diagrams
A Walk through the Heavens is a guide to the pathways of the night sky. Simplified maps of the constellations, together with instructions on how to gauge their sizes and the distances between them, allow the reader to find the constellations easily, and make a journey by eye from one constellation to the next. Ancient myths surrounding the constellations are retold. This book, magically illustrated by Wil Tirion, is an ideal introduction to launch a young astronomer on a journey across starlit skies. From reviews of the first edition: `a sort of road atlas for northern skies, furnishing the reader with helpful maps and clear instructions.´ New Scientist `This is a charming book, and actually quite useful for introducing younger children to the wonders of the night sky. ... potentially a very useful book, and at the price, certainly better value than a planisphere for teaching the constellations.´ Alex Lovell, Association for Astronomy Education
Contents Introduction; Part I. Measuring Distances in the Sky: Part II. A Walk through the Heavens: Part III. Legends of the Heavens: Part IV. There´s More to See!: Index.
