The writing style is friendly and carefully detailed. It serves as a valuable reference for both beginners and astronomy enthusiasts. This book is organized as a number of stories.

An authoritative and readable introduction to the Sun, our nearest star, from two experienced astronomers, for general science readers.

Provides star gazers with the latest data on solar eclipses, phases of the moon, and planetary positions.

An exciting introduction to astronomy, using recent discoveries and stunning photography to inspire non-science majors about the Universe and science.

Based on papers and posters presented by experts at a Special Session of the International Astronomical Union, this volume highlights the many places for astronomy in the curriculum.

What, for instance, is the sun made of? Why does it burn so brightly? How long will it last? This book not only answers these questions but also tells the story of how we came to know—not merely behold—the grandest entity in our sky.

Second edition graduate level textbook giving an up-to-date treatment of our understanding of the solar corona.

The CAMBRIDGE ECLIPSE PHOTOGRAPHY GUIDE describes everything you need to know to observe and photograph the forthcoming solar and lunar eclipses in the decade of the 1990s. it gives maps and descriptions of where and how to watch all these ...