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Your app can tell you the name of what you can see in the night sky, but wouldn't you like to know exactly what it is that you are looking at? You may hear on the news that there is a meteor shower, or a particular planet visible, would you know where to look... or how?
This friendly guide to space is suitable for those both new to astronomy and for amateur astronomers whose memories may need refreshing from time to time. Astronomy is a vast subject that can be intimidating to comprehend, but this book provides a gentle way into this fascinating subject. In the book, Karen begins with some of the first stars to appear in the evening to get you started. The good thing is, no prior knowledge or specialist equipment is needed for you to enjoy the points of light in the nighttime darkness!
Stargazing for All is for readers who wish to know more about the stars and planets that they see in an accessible way. Topics include why a star is blue, the meaning of magnitude, and who or what was Pogson. The book is also suitable for leaders of astronomy clubs, and for those introducing astronomy as a particular topic in schools or to the public.
About the author
From standing under a tree at primary school to witness a partial solar eclipse through the Space Age of the 1970s through to being up and about at 3 am on a family holiday to view a meteor shower, Karen maintains her lifelong love of space, particularly the Moon and planets. As a volunteer at the Norman Lockyer Observatory, Karen has many years' experience of helping both adults and children understand what it is they are observing. In the young people's section, she used a variety of slides, posters, and practical activities with which to engage her audience. She is a trained telescope presenter in the use and explanation of one of the historic telescopes and deems it a privilege to be able to do this. Her work as a teaching assistant has also informed the approach she takes in this guide to the stars and more. She is an active STEM ambassador, promoting maths and science by giving talks at her local library and scout groups as well as the Observatory. For an online radio programme, Karen records a monthly guide to the night sky, and this is available to listen to via:http://www.mike-coles-travel.co.uk/newlife/
