Olbers discovers asteroid 2 Pallas
in 1802 that is 218 years ago.
The Observer's Handbook is a guide published annually since 1907 by The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. With the expertise of more than 75 contributors, the Observer's Handbook is regarded as the standard North American reference for data on the sky. The USA Edition continues to be a popular addition, using American cities for examples of sunrise and moonrise, solar ephemeris, etc. In addition, Star Parties and Planetaria are for US locations and spelling will reflect American usage.
Explore the Universe is the perfect introduction for anyone looking to take their first steps into astronomy. If you are interested in the subject but don’t know where to start, this book is the perfect guide to help you learn the basics. After reading Explore the Universe, you will be prepared for more complex astronomy books, as well as clubs and star parties.
In this book, you will learn:
· How to use constellations and asterisms to star-hop through the night sky
· Where to look for planets, minor planets and comets
. All about double stars, star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies
· Phases of the Moon and identifiable regions of the Moon’s surface
· How to read star charts
· What causes an eclipse
· And much more!
With this book and a beginner’s star atlas or app, you can begin observing the night sky with binoculars to earn the RASC Explore the Universe certificate and pin—anyone can apply!
A beautiful calendar showcasing RASC members' astro images with information on what's up in the sky tonight. A perfect gift for the beginner and a must-have for the experienced observer.
As Comet Neowise fades from sight while travelling to the outer reaches of our solar system, we wanted to give you something to look forward to! Read all about the life of Canada’s "comet sleuth” including his discovery of Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9 while waiting for the next bright comet to come into view. Get your copy today!