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2023
EN
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A stunning ebook with clear navigation for admirers of astrophotography.This ebook has been built to W3C accessibility guidelines and will work with text to speech. The layout has been redesigned with clear navigation links to each of the competition entries within the Maps section. It is compatible with all ereading apps and devices.Be captivated by 140 winning and shortlisted images from the 2023 Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, hosted by the Royal Observat...
Mars
A beginner’s guide to exploring the Red Planet
2024
EN
Discover all you need to know about MarsIncludes the historic, cultural and scientific background and exploratory missions within one accessible guide for aspiring and seasoned astronomers, packed full of stunning images.Learn about humanity’s fascination with Mars from antiquity to the modern dayRead about the evolution of the planet, its moons and all the facts and figuresDiscover how to study Mars with the essential equipment for observation and...
2026 Guide to the Night Sky
A month-by-month guide to exploring the skies above North America
2025
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An ideal gift for all amateur and seasoned astronomers, the perfect ebook for stargazing.This is the ideal resource for beginners and experienced stargazers in the United States and Canada, and has been updated to include new and practical information covering events occurring in North America's night sky throughout 2026.This practical guide is both an easy introduction to astronomy and a useful reference for seasoned stargazers. Now includes a section on comets and a map o...
Space Hazards
Asteroids, solar flares and cosmic threats facing Earth
2025
EN
Earth is not isolated in space but surrounded by a diverse array of potentially hazardous phenomena within our solar system and beyond. While none pose an immediate threat to life, it is crucial for scientists worldwide to continuously monitor their presence, assess potential risks, and develop strategies to mitigate them.“For anyone looking for an engaging and trustworthy guide to our place in a constantly shifting cosmos, Space Hazards is a rewarding read, a clear and rea...
Northern Lights
The definitive guide to auroras
2026
EN
"A wonderfully comprehensive and well-written guide about all facets of Northern Lights-hunting. You’ll find enjoyment from this excellent guide to a fabulous natural phenomenon." ★★★★★ Jamie Carter, BBC Sky at Night MagazineThe perfect gift for anyone looking to explore the wonder of the Northern Lights.Discover the incomparable beauty of nature's lightshow the Aurora Borealis in this fascinating guide for aspiring and seasoned night sky observers...
2026 Guide to the Night Sky Southern Hemisphere
A month-by-month guide to exploring the skies above Australia, New Zealand and South Africa
2025
EN
An ideal gift for all amateur and seasoned astronomers, the perfect ebook for stargazing.A comprehensive handbook to the planets, stars and constellations visible from the southern hemisphere. 6 pages for each month covering January–December 2026.Diagrams drawn for the latitude of southern Australia, but including events visible from New Zealand and South Africa.Written and illustrated by astronomical experts.Content includes:Advice on where to...
Night Sky Almanac 2026
A stargazer’s guide
2025
EN
A beautiful stocking filler Christmas gift for the space enthusiast in your family interested in the night sky.“Both delightful and useful.” David Stickland, The Observatory“Follow the progress of constellations throughout the seasons with this stunning companion to the night sky.” All About SpaceFollow the progress of constellations throughout the seasons with this beautiful companion to the night sky from Astrono...
Unknown Universe
Discover hidden wonders from deep space unveiled by the James Webb Space Telescope
2024
EN
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A lens into the unexplored and unseen cosmosA beautiful book showcasing the most stunning images from the first years of the James Webb Space Telescope, the most powerful infrared space observatory, along with expert insights into their revelations.Discover how these awe-inspiring images enhance our understanding of the Cosmos, and what new mysteries they unlock for astronomers.Learn more about humanity's mission to explore the far reaches of the Un...
Observing our Solar System
A beginner’s guide
2022
EN
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The sights in our Solar System are dynamic reminders of our planet's position as part of a larger neighbourhood. Study the ever-changing face of the Moon, watch the steady march of the planets against the stars, witness the thrill of a meteor shower, or the memory of a once-in-a-generation comet.In a few short generations, scientists have taken us from wondering about the nature of the Solar System to exploring every corner of it with advanced robotic probes, and inexpensive but po...
Diamonds Everywhere
Awe-inspiring astronomy discoveries
2023
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Answers to the mysteries of the cosmos for inquiring minds.Explore the entire cosmos in 101 fascinating topics – from mind-blowing numbers, astonishing sights, to strange-but-true discoveries and everything in between.Feed your cosmic curiosity with this comprehensive guide to the Universe, featuring 101 out-of-this-world astronomical facts, discoveries and innovations. From gravitational curls to strange new worlds; the night sky to the end of time – you’re sure to find so...
Northern Lights
The definitive guide to auroras
Unabridged
3 hours 41 min
2021
EN
Learn about the incomparable beauty of the Northern Lights with this accessible guide for aspiring astronomers and seasoned night sky observers. Covers the essential equipment needed for observation and photography.Tom Kerss covers the cultural and scientific context for auroras, and offers a comprehensive guide to forecasting and photography, so that readers can fuse their own technical mastery with the infinite creativity of nature.Learn about the formation, propert...
2027 Guide to the Night Sky
A month-by-month guide to exploring the skies above Britain and Ireland
2026
EN
Accessible
The ideal night sky gift for all amateur and experienced astronomers.“This is a great guide to the night sky at a great price.” Astronomy Now“A handy and straightforward guide.” British Astronomical Association's Journal“An ideal Christmas stocking-filler.” The Observatory MagazineThe UK’s Number One Astronomy publisher presents the bestselling handbook to the planets, stars and ...











