Night Skies of Botswana - Includes Local Star Lore

Informationen zum Autor Stephen O'Meara is well known in the astronomy community for his remarkable skills as a visual observer. He was the first to sight Halley's Comet on its 1985 return and also the first to determine the rotation period of the distant planet, Uranus. He has been recognised by the International Astronomical Union, which named Asteroid 3637 O'Meara in his honour. The author of several books, a regular contributor to astronomy journals, and a National Geographic-funded explorer, he also works as a photographer and videographer for National Geographic. He lives in Botswana with his wife, Deborah, where they run yoga and stargazing safaris. Klappentext Botswana is one of the best locations in Africa from which to view the southern hemisphere's stars. Zusammenfassung This easy-to-use, accessible guide to starwatching in Botswana is ideal for beginner and amateur stargazers. All stars described can be seen with the naked eye - binoculars and telescopes are not necessary.

Product details

• Authors: Stephen James O'Meara, Stephen James O''meara, O'Meara Stephen James
• Publisher: Struik
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.12.2020
• EAN: 9781775846932
• ISBN: 978-1-77584-693-2
• No. of pages: 184
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Physics, astronomy > Astronomy; Non-fiction book > Nature, technology > Natural science; Botswana, Science: general issues, HISTORY / General, NATURE / Sky Observation, Popular astronomy and space, Local and family history, nostalgia