Stargazing

An ideal introduction for beginner and seasoned stargazers alike from the astronomers of the Royal Observatory Greenwich.

Astronomy expert Tom Kerss offers complete advice from the ground up, introducing the world of telescopes, planets, stars, dark skies and celestial maps, explaining the best ways to plan your stargazing experience and the key things to look out for on specific dates throughout the year.

Bridging the gap between human curiosity and the need for scientific expertise, Stargazing allows a complete novice to understand our place in the cosmos and enjoy the beautiful and extraordinary wonders of the night sky.

Reviews

‘… perfect for anyone looking to start a new hobby or simply have a better understanding of our Universe.’- Firetrench

‘This would make an ideal gift for any beginner to astronomy – recommended.’ Journal of the British Astronomical Association

About the author

The Royal Observatory, Greenwich is the home of Greenwich Mean Time and the Prime Meridian of the World, making it the official starting point for each new day and year.

Radmila Topalovic is Astronomy programmes officer at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. She holds a PhD in space dust.

Tom Kerss is a London-based freelance astronomer, astrophotographer, writer and speaker, specialising in the rewarding task of connecting people to their shared universe.