A brilliant introductory guide to exploring the night sky. Offering complete advice from the ground up, Stargazing is the perfect manual for beginners to astronomy – introducing the world of telescopes, planets, stars, dark skies and celestial maps. Discover how to tackle light pollution, how to stargaze with just your eyes, and what equipment is best for beginners. Astronomy experts Radmila Topalovic and Tom Kerss explain the best ways to plan your stargazing experience and the key things to look out for on specific dates throughout the year. With seasonal star charts, constellation charts and facts about our Solar System, Stargazing is packed of useful information and guidance for both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Bridging the gap between human curiosity and the need for scientific expertise, Stargazing allows a complete novice to understand our place in the cosmos and enjoy the beautiful and extraordinary wonders of the night sky. The perfect companion to the best-selling Guide to the Night Sky from Collins,.

I really enjoyed writing and developing some educational videos about our universe during my time with the super cool science learning team at the Royal Observatory Greenwich. These funny videos are aimed at children, students and the general public and aim to answer some of the biggest questions we. have about the Cosmos. Watch all of the videos here.

Follow the progress of constellations throughout the seasons with these beautiful companions to the night sky from Astronomy experts Collins. With the aid of easy-to-understand monthly calendars and maps, you will chart the rhythm of the lunar phases, discover events that light up the sky for brief periods, and explore the rich tapestry of characters that adorn the starry canvas overhead. Never miss a night sky event wherever you are in the world with this month-by-month guide. Go meteor spotting, track the phases of the moon and explore the constellations. Worldwide coverage – with details for both the Northern and Southern hemispheres, discover fascinating celestial facts and notable astronomical anniversaries.