Dětský atlas vesmíru
- 128 stránek
- 5 hodin čtení
Robert Burnham Knihy
1. leden 1947
Robert Burnham je americký vědecký spisovatel, který se specializuje na astronomii a kosmonautiku. Jeho kariéra zahrnovala pozici šéfredaktora časopisu Astronomy. V současnosti působí jako referent pro styk s veřejností v zařízení Mars Space Flight Facility na Arizonské státní univerzitě. Jeho práce přibližuje fascinaci vesmírem a lidským úsilím o jeho průzkum.
Offers comprehensive coverage of the numerous celestial objects outside our solar system
Portuguese eyewitness accounts of the Peninsular War published for the first time in English.
Compiled by a renowned Napoleonic historian, this is the first major study of the best-known unit in Wellington's Army.
This 224-page title is a geo-tourist's guide to the geological wonders of North America. Numerous informative essays describe the country's most spectacular rockscapes, from Niagara Falls to the Yosemite National Park in California. Background features explain such formations as geological hot spots, badlands and kettle ponds, while travel tips provide selected information on touring, lodging and camping facilities. The work is lavishly illustrated with more than 250 spectacular photographs as well as 19 specially commissioned maps.
Charging Against Wellington
- 380 stránek
- 14 hodin čtení
Like the authors previous book, The British Army Against Napoleon, Charging Against Wellington draws heavily on primary sources, manuals, memoirs, and regimental histories to bring to life the officers and men of the regiments that fought.
Volume II of this comprehensive three-part guide to the thousands of celestial objects outside our solar system ranges from Chamaeleon through Orion. Objects are grouped according to constellation, and their definitions feature names, coordinates, classifications, and physical descriptions. Additional notes offer fascinating historical information. Hundreds of visual aids. 1977 edition.
Offers comprehensive coverage of the numerous celestial objects outside our solar system
Exploring the Starry Sky
- 24 stránek
- 1 hodina čtení
The perfect guide for anyone interested in stargazing for the first time, Exploring the Starry Sky features large, colorful, user-friendly star maps and includes simple directions for finding all of the major stars and constellations visible from the northern hemisphere. Two star charts display the major sights to be seen from suburban or rural locations, for each season, and more detailed maps spotlight special regions of interest. Robert Burnham has been an amateur astronomer since the mid-1950s. He has been a senior editory of Astronomy magazine and is the author of many books and CD-ROMS, including Comet Hale-Bopp: Find and Enjoy the Great Comet (Cambridge, 1997) Comet Explorer, and Great Comets (Cambridge, 2000).
Great Comets
- 238 stránek
- 9 hodin čtení
Exploring the captivating world of comets, this beautifully illustrated book delves into their dual nature as both awe-inspiring celestial phenomena and potential threats to Earth. It highlights the significance of Great Comets, particularly Hyakutake and Hale-Bopp, which captivated global audiences in the late 1990s. The narrative intertwines scientific research with cultural impact, offering insights into the origins of water and life on Earth. Additionally, it serves as a resource for astronomy enthusiasts to stay informed about future comet discoveries.
