{"product_id":"nightwatch-a-practical-guide-to-viewing-the-universe-spiral","title":"Nightwatch: A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe - Spiral","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eTerence Dickinson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eKen Hewitt-White\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eRichard Tresch Fienberg\u003c\/b\u003e (Foreword by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e As \u003ci\u003eNightWatch\u003c\/i\u003e, Terence Dickinson's classic stargazing guide, neared its 40th anniversary, Dickinson worked with a small group of trusted colleagues to give this groundbreaking reference an overhaul that will take it deep into the 21st century. Longtime astronomy writer and sky observer Ken Hewitt-White led the editorial team. A central aspect to this new edition is the subtle improvements to the unique seasonal star charts that present a 360-degree simulation of the night sky on one page and identify the stars and constellations on the facing page. Yet it is Dickinson's clear, jargon-free language that will continue to inspire hundreds of thousands of people around the world to take up recreational astronomy. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Much has happened in this popular hobby since the revised Fourth Edition of \u003ci\u003eNightWatch\u003c\/i\u003e was published in 2006. In response, the text has been substantially revised and updated throughout all 13 chapters. Moreover, the book has been completely redesigned and most of its many photographs have been replaced. A noted feature is the variety of superb astrophotos of star clusters, nebulas, galaxies and other celestial phenomena taken by accomplished amateur astronomers. Lavishly illustrated sections on the Moon and planets will inspire novice observers of the solar system. To accommodate the extensive revisions, \u003ci\u003eNightWatch\u003c\/i\u003e has grown from 192 pages to 208 pages. With the release of the Fifth Edition, we are also launching a new website, NightWatchBook.com, that will offer links to additional resources and will be regularly updated with information on new celestial events and equipment. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Since the First Edition of \u003ci\u003eNightWatch\u003c\/i\u003e was released in 1983, the most significant transformations in amateur astronomy have been in optics and technology. For all the latest on gadgets and gear, renowned astrophotographer Alan Dyer, Dickinson's coauthor of \u003ci\u003eThe Backyard Astronomer's Guide\u003c\/i\u003e, has contributed an entirely new chapter on basic digital astrophotography. Dyer has also modernized a key portion of an enlarged chapter on stargazing equipment, creating a welcoming place in \u003ci\u003eNightWatch\u003c\/i\u003e for today's computerized telescopes. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Stargazing enthusiasts of all levels of experience will discover much of value in an enduring reference conceived by one of the most respected names in amateur astronomy. This must-have Fifth Edition includes: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e a comprehensive, all-season guide to the night sky\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e constellation charts covering both northern- and southern-hemisphere skies, making \u003ci\u003eNightWatch\u003c\/i\u003e a truly global resource\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e tips on choosing binoculars and telescopes and taking astrophotos\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e highlights of major features on the Moon to guide the budding lunar explorer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e lists of solar and lunar eclipses, planet locations and the best lunar and planetary conjunctions to 2035\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e a range of resources for further study.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Terence Dickinson, one of Canada's best-loved amateur-astronomy writers, gained renown for unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos. His down-to-earth style made him the award-winning best-selling author of 14 astronomy books, including \u003ci\u003eNightWatch\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Backyard Astronomer's Guide\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Universe and Beyond\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eHubble's Universe\u003c\/i\u003e. The cofounder and former editor of \u003ci\u003eSkyNews\u003c\/i\u003e, Canada's national astronomy magazine, Dickinson was a recipient of the Order of Canada and two honorary doctorates. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Ken Hewitt-White has enjoyed a strong working relationship and friendship with Terence Dickinson for decades, founded on their mutual passion for the night sky. Currently a contributing editor at \u003ci\u003eSky and Telescope\u003c\/i\u003e magazine, Hewitt-White was a longtime contributor to \u003ci\u003eSkyNews\u003c\/i\u003e magazine and the former director of Vancouver's H. R. MacMillan Planetarium. A lecturer and writer, he has authored two books, taught dozens of astronomy courses and written countless articles. Hewitt-White lives with his wife Lynda in southern British Columbia, where they go stargazing in the mountains every summer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 208\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.7 x 12.4 x 11.8 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 07, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52761307939123,"sku":"9780228104391","price":46.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/gk_DsEOSHA9780228104391.webp?v=1764503869","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/en-ca\/products\/nightwatch-a-practical-guide-to-viewing-the-universe-spiral","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}