The Sun - Beginner's guide to our local star, including solar and lunar eclipses

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

• Authors: Collins Astronomy, Dr Ryan French, Dr. Ryan French, Royal Observatory Greenwich
• Publisher: Collins Reference
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 25.05.2023
• EAN: 9780008580230
• ISBN: 978-0-00-858023-0
• Dimensions: 148 mm x 210 mm x 5 mm
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Physics, astronomy > Astronomy; NATURE / Sky Observation, space exploration, Space Science, Popular astronomy & space, Popular astronomy and space, Solar system: the Sun & planets, Solar system: the Sun and planets, Astronomical observation: observatories, equipment & methods, SCIENCE / Space Science / Astronomy, The Sun, SCIENCE / Space Science / Space Exploration