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by William Potter (Author), Rhys Jefferys (Illustrator)
Budding stargazers can take a tour of the night sky with practical handbook, packed with intriguing information about astronomy, constellations and the universe with vibrant full-color illustrations.
Explore the secrets of the stars with this entertaining field guide, packed with information and practical tips. Inside you will find a spotters' guides to constellations, an introduction to stargazing and the kit you need, as well as an abundance of accessible information on stars, planets, comets and asteroids. Readers can discover:- How the planets and stars move through the sky
- How objects in space are formed
- What stargazing can tell us about our incredible Universe
- The trailblazing astronomers who shaped our understanding, from Copernicus to Edwin Hubble With spectacular illustrations and clear, to-the-point information, this guide essential for aspiring astronomers and anyone wanting to learn more about the night sky. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Explorer Handbooks series brings together handy illustrated field guides that will empower young adventures to explore the great outdoors, with topics including knots, astronomy and fossil hunting.
Author Biography
William Potter is a talented and versatile author of children's and adult non-fiction and comic books. His comic book oeuvre includes well-known properties such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Sonic the Comic. He has also successfully kickstarted the creator-owned comic Geezer in collaboration with Philip Bond. This fictional story of a Britpop band is based on William's experiences as the bassist of real-life indie band CUD. He lives in Haslemere, UK.
Rhys Jefferys is an illustrator whose colorful work tends to focus on the fun and educational side of children's books. He is based in Vancouver.
Number of Pages: 96
Dimensions: 0.3 x 8.4 x 6.9 IN
Publication Date: July 15, 2025
