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Yearbook of Astronomy 2022
Yearbook of Astronomy 2022
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The Yearbook of Astronomy 2022 is the Diamond Jubilee edition of this iconic publication, which has been eagerly anticipated by astronomers since 1962. It contains comprehensive jargon-free monthly sky notes and sky charts, as well as entertaining and informative articles, making it an essential reading for anyone fascinated by astronomy.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 04 October 2021
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd
The Yearbook of Astronomy 2022 marks a remarkable milestone, celebrating its Diamond Jubilee edition. This iconic publication has been eagerly awaited by astronomers, both amateur and professional, since its inaugural appearance in 1962. As the preface to the 1962 edition revealed, the post-war years witnessed a remarkable surge in interest in astronomy and space research, undoubtedly fueled by the dawn of the Space Age. The launch of Sputnik 1 in October 1957 marked a significant turning point in history, accompanied by the subsequent flights of Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin in April 1961 and American astronaut Alan Shepard in May 1961. These epoch-making events sparked a widespread public fascination with astronomy and space, which has continued to flourish and expand to this day.
Maintaining its appealing style and presentation, the Yearbook of Astronomy 2022 offers comprehensive jargon-free monthly sky notes and an authoritative set of sky charts to assist backyard astronomers and sky gazers worldwide in planning their observations of the year's eclipses, comets, meteor showers, and minor planets. In addition, it provides detailed information about the phases of the Moon, visibility, and locations of the planets throughout the year. To enhance the reader's experience, the Yearbook of Astronomy features a variety of entertaining and informative articles, a hallmark of this renowned publication.
In the 2022 edition, readers are treated to a diverse range of articles covering various captivating topics such as A History of the Amateur Astronomical Society: 1962 to 2022, Expanding Cosmic Horizons, Frank Drake and His Equation, Remote Telescopes, Skies Over Ancient America, and many more.
The Yearbook of Astronomy remains an indispensable resource for anyone captivated by the wonders of astronomy. It continues to inspire and ignite the passion of amateurs and professionals alike, serving as a testament to the enduring fascination with the universe and its celestial wonders.
Weight: 644g
Dimension: 149 x 209 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526790057
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