Good but | Astronomy For Dummies (For Dummies (Math & Science))

A great little book | Astronomy For Dummies (For Dummies (Math & Science)) | Stephen P. Maran

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	• Astronomy For Dummies (For Dummies (Math & Science)) Stephen P. Maran For Dummies, 2005 - 336 pages average customer review:based on 24 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

Good for beginners

Thorough on most matters, though a little light on the Big Bang, quasars, antimatter, and Stephen Hawkings. But strong on SETI and other revolving planets. And I enjoyed the space mission coverage. Overall, gets the job done.

Good but

A fine book except for one major flaw on page 236. Intelligence is not a rare accident in biological evolution. Readers and authors who think so should study E. Raymond Capt's "The Glory of the Stars."

A great little book

This is a fun little book that is well written. I would recommend it to all beginners.

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Great book!

I just bought this book April 30th. I've read nearly half of it already. This is a great introduction to the science and hobby of astronomy. The author's easy manner make reading fun, and understanding easy. I recommend this to anyone wanting to learn about astronomy.

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If there is a rank below amateur, then I hold it. This book is crisp, delightful and helpful.

An accessible guide to the wonders of the night sky, now updated From asteroids to black holes, from quasars to white dwarfs, this new edition ofAstronomy For Dummies takes backyard stargazers on a grand tour of the universe. Featuring star maps, charts, gorgeous full-color photographs, and easy-to-follow explanations, this fact-filled guide gives readers a leg up on the basic principles of astronomy. This book shows how to get the most out of binoculars, telescopes, planetarium visits, and other fun astronomical activities. This updated edition includes an updated color signature and covers the many discoveries made in recent years, as well as new astronomy Web sites. Stephen P. Maran, PhD, is a 36-year veteran of the space program who has worked on numerous NASA projects, including the Hubble Space Telescope. He is the pressofficer of the American Astronomical Society.

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