The Sun: Beginner’s guide to our local star

by Dr. Ryan French, Royal Observatory Greenwich, Collins Astronomy

On Sale: 08/08/2023

The Sun: Beginner’s guide to our local star

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The Sun: Beginner’s guide to our local star

by Dr. Ryan French, Royal Observatory Greenwich, Collins Astronomy

On Sale: 08/08/2023

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About the Book

The Sun is incredibly dynamic and shrouded in mystery, despite its apparent unchanging appearance in the daytime sky. In this guide, Dr. Ryan French explores history, science and modern observations to uncover the mysteries of the Sun.

From ancient astronomers who hailed the Sun as a deity, to new age space exploration, the way we observe the Sun has come a long way. Humanity’s scientific journey to understand the Sun has included many intriguing and humorous tales from over the centuries. In today’s age, it is far easier to become a sun observer. Learn about cutting-edge space observations of the Sun and how to access these images from home. Uncover further methods of observing the Sun safely from your own back garden using off-the-shelf solar telescopes, DIY pin-hole cameras and solar projectors.

The perfect gift for anyone wishing to learn more about our local star.

Product Details

  • ISBN: 9780008580230
  • ISBN 10: 0008580235
  • Imprint: Collins
  • On Sale: 08/08/2023
  • Pages: 112
  • List Price:18.99 CAD
  • BISAC1 : SCIENCE / Astronomy
  • BISAC2 : SCIENCE / Space Science
  • BISAC3 : REFERENCE / Yearbooks & Annuals
  • BISAC4 : PHOTOGRAPHY / Astrophotography
  • BISAC5 : YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION / Science & Nature / Astronomy

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