Philip's Stargazing 2024 Month-by-Month Guide to the Night Sky Britain & Ireland

Philip's Stargazing is the perfect practical guide for both budding and experienced astronomers.

"If you buy just one guide...you won't do better than this." - BBC Sky at Night Magazine

Whether you're a seasoned astronomer or just starting out, this handy fact-packed gem is the only book you'll need. Compiled by experts and specially designed for easy and daily use, Stargazing 2024 acts as a handily illustrated and comprehensive companion. Including the top astronomical places to visit, star festivals and the latest on star parties in Britain and Ireland, the new 2024 edition is totally up-to-date for exploring the wonder of the night skies, month-by-month and day-by-day.

12 updated sky charts for year-round astronomical discovery

Month-to-Month information. Daily Moon Phase Calendar, highlighting special lunar events throughout the year

Planet Watch for ideal viewing days in 2024

The best places to experience Dark Skies, along with the latest on Star Festivals and Star Parties

Top places to visit for astronomical insights

Expert advice and insight throughout from internationally renowned Prof Nigel Henbest

Special article on the use of filters for astro-photography by expert Robin Scagell

Complete calendar of major astronomical events, including the Top 20 Sky Sights of 2024

Jargon Buster, explaining common or confusing terms

The planets' movements explained from solar and lunar eclipses to meteor showers and comets

"I will continue to enjoy 'Philip's Stargazing' as the months go by." - Helen Sharman, Astronaut

"Very useful indeed." - Chris Lintott, Sky at Night presenter

If you buy just one guide...you won't do better than this. BBC Sky at Night Magazine
I will continue to enjoy 'Philip's Stargazing' as the months go by. Helen Sharman, Astronaut
Really well laid out and easy to use. Astronomy Log
An amazing book with amazing images, a book which I'm sure most astronomers would love to have. Cloudy Nights
Very useful indeed. Chris Lintott, Sky at Night presenter

After researching at Cambridge, Professor Nigel Henbest was appointed consultant to both New Scientist magazine and the Royal Greenwich Observatory.He is a future astronaut with Virgin Galactic. The author has written over fifty books on astronomy and space, as well as presenting/producing dozens of radio and TV programmes for the international market.

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