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"This edition of this book is intended specifically for viewing audiences in Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and South America"--Page 13.
About the author
Dean Regas is the astronomer for the Cincinnati Observatory and cohost of the syndicated television program
Star Gazers. His writing has appeared in
Astronomy magazine,
Sky & Telescope magazine, and
HuffPost, and in 2017 he began a podcast called
Looking Up. Dean is the author of
Facts from Space!,
100 Things to See in the Night Sky (Northern Hemisphere edition) and
100 Things to See in the Night Sky (Sourthern Hemisphere edition).
Summary
A handy field guide for the optimum stargazing experience, whether you’re travelling, camping, or in your own backyard!
The night sky is full of amazing things to see, from shooting stars and constellations, to planets and satellites, but it can be hard to tell what you’re seeing, or where to look for the best view. 100 Things to See in the Southern Night Sky lets you know what you can expect to see on any given night, whether you’re using a small telescope, or just your naked eye.
100 Things to See in the Southern Night Sky—especially for those south of the equator—includes background information on the makeup, appearance, and history of each celestial object, along with easy-to-follow instructions on the best way to catch a glimpse of these cosmic glories. With this helpful guide you’ll have the world on a string—or more precisely, the sky in your hands.
