Download or read book Firefly Astronomy Dictionary written by John Woodruff and published by Firefly Books. This book was released on 2003 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reference guide to the major terms and theories used in astronomy, with over 1000 up-to-date entries, extensively cross-referenced, plus concise coverage of new developments in space exploration.
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Download or read book The Firefly Visual Dictionary written by Jean-Claude Corbeil and published by Firefly Books. This book was released on 2002 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With more than 6,000 color illustrations--each one labeled in detail--this unparalleled reference shows what other dictionaries can only describe, from the parts of the honeybee to the parts of a bulldozer.
Download or read book The Firefly Encyclopedia of Astronomy written by Paul Murdin and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a range of topics that illustrate the state of modern astronomy, and includes practical advice ranging from how to use binoculars to advanced imaging techniques.
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Download or read book The Firefly Junior Visual Dictionary written by Jean-Claude Corbeil and published by Richmond Hill, ON : Firefly Books. This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces basic vocabulary in English featuring familiar objects arranged under such categories as astronomy, arts, house, music, sports, and more.
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Download or read book Blackie s Dictionary of Astronomy written by Blackie and published by S. Chand Publishing. This book was released on with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides a brief and precise description of terms Covers broad themes related to astronomy More than 4000 entries.
Download or read book The Facts on File Dictionary of Astronomy written by John Daintith and published by Infobase Publishing. This book was released on 2009 with total page 561 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents an illustrated dictionary with 3,700 of the most frequently used terms in the field of astronomy.
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Download or read book Firefly Atlas of the Universe written by Patrick Moore and published by Buffalo, N.Y. ; Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The new edition of a critically acclaimed bestseller. "A beautiful, up-to-date oversized volume that is the equivalent of a small astronomy library...a superb visual reference." - Terence Dickinson, SkyNews "Highly recommended." - Booklist (of the 2nd Edition) Firefly Atlas of the Universe is the ultimate reference to the stars, planets and celestial objects using the most comprehensive information currently available. The book features the latest images from the Hubble Space Telescope, the Very Large Telescope, Mars Express, the Cassini spacecraft and 2004 Huygens probe of Saturn and Titan. The stunning images are explained with clear and detailed text. The full color book illustrates and explains: Exploring the Universe: the history and current state of astronomy and space exploration The Solar System: Earth and other planets, mapped and imaged with data from the most recent mission probes The Sun: astrophysical phenomena from sunspots to eclipses The Stars: movements and life cycles, novae and supernovae, black holes, and more The Universe: the origin and nature of the universe, our galaxy, local and remote galaxies, quasars, and the question of alien life Star Maps: whole sky maps with 22 alphabetized chapter listings of stars and constellations, and seasonal charts for both northern and southern hemispheres. Firefly Atlas of the Universe is a fascinating and encyclopedic reference illustrated with spectacular color photographs and illustrations.
Download or read book An Astronomical Glossary Or Dictionary of Terms Used in Astronomy written by John Ellard Gore and published by . This book was released on 1893 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
