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Discover the wonders of the Universe with this indispensable guide. The Night Sky is chock full of information explaining what, when and how to observe space and understanding the night sky.Not only accessible, but also invaluable, this is the perfect practical guide for both budding and seasoned astronomers, an easy introduction to astronomy and a useful resource for more experienced stargazers.

A polish bear in World War II rose to the rank of colonel.Penguins can''t taste fish.The ashes of the man who invented the Pringles container are buried in one one.On Neptune it rains diamonds.''Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia'' is the fear of long words. These are just 0.1% of all the facts in this incredible tome! Written by seven authors and covering subjects as diverse as The Universe, Art and Literature, The Natural World and Movies, The Colossal Book of Incredible Facts for Curious Minds is the ultimate trivia book! Why not amaze family and friends with the reasons pandas do handstands, the sinister source of the term ''rule of thumb'', or that the patent for the fire hydrant was destroyed... in a fire. Every entry is weird, wonderful, inspiring and quite brilliantly, true!

This comprehensive guide to astronomy introduces the basic concepts, explaining what, when, and how to observe space, right through to current theories on everything from black holes to microquasars. It helps you to navigate the night sky, identify the constellations and find planets, comets, galaxies and deep-sky objects.Accessible, informative, and fully-illustrated, this is an invaluable practical companion for anyone who loves stargazing.

"If you buy just one guide... you won''t do better than this" BBC Sky at Night Magazine"You''re very much in the dark without this illuminating superstar of a guide." Popular Astronomy"I will continue to enjoy ''Philip''s Stargazing'' as the months go by" Helen Sharman, Astronaut "Very useful indeed" Chris Lintott, Sky at Night presenterDiscover the latest in star gazing with the new and definitive guide to the night sky.Whether you''re a seasoned astronomer or just starting out, Philip''s Stargazing 2021 is the only book you''ll need. Compiled by experts and specially designed for use in Britain and Ireland, Stargazing 2021 acts as a handily illustrated and comprehensive companion.- 12 Brand-New Maps for year-round astronomical discovery- Month-to-Month informationDaily Moon Phase Calendar, highlighting special lunar events throughout the year- Planet Watch for ideal viewing days in 2021- Avoid light pollution with our detailed Dark Sky Map- Expert advice and insight throughout from internationally renowned Professors Couper and Henbest- Using Binoculars - Stargazing recommendations from expert Robin Scagell- Perfect for home use during lockdown- Complete calendar of major astronomical events, including the Top 20 Sky Sights of 2021- Jargon Buster, explaining common or confusing terms - The planets'' movements explained from solar and lunar eclipses to meteor showers and comets

"If you buy just one guide...you won''t do better than this" - BBC Sky at Night Magazine"I will continue to enjoy ''Philip''s Stargazing'' as the months go by" - Helen Sharman, Astronaut "Very useful indeed" - Chris Lintott, Sky at Night presenterDiscover the latest in stargazing with the new and definitive guide to the night sky.Whether you''re a seasoned astronomer or just starting out, Philip''s Stargazing 2022 is the only book you''ll need. Compiled by experts and specially designed for use in Britain and Ireland, Stargazing 2022 acts as a handily illustrated and comprehensive companion.- 12 Brand-New Maps for year-round astronomical discovery- Month-to-Month information. Daily Moon Phase Calendar, highlighting special lunar events throughout the year- Planet Watch for ideal viewing days in 2022- Avoid light pollution with our detailed Dark Sky Map- Expert advice and insight throughout from internationally renowned Professor Nigel Henbest- A ''Behind the Scenes'' look at astrophotography from expert Robin Scagell- Complete calendar of major astronomical events, including the Top 20 Sky Sights of 2022- Jargon Buster, explaining common or confusing terms - The planets'' movements explained from solar and lunar eclipses to meteor showers and comets

"If you buy just one guide...you won''t do better than this" BBC Sky at Night Magazine"I will continue to enjoy ''Philip''s Stargazing'' as the months go by" Helen Sharman, Astronaut"Very useful indeed" Chris Lintott, Sky at Night presenterNow including the top astronomical places to visit, star festivals and the latest on star parties in Britain and Ireland, the new 2023 edition is totally up-to-date for exploring the wonder of the night skies, month-by-month and day-by-day. Whether you''re a seasoned astronomer or just starting out, Philip''s Stargazing 2023 is the only book you''ll need. Compiled by experts and specially designed for easy and daily use, Stargazing 2023 acts as a handily illustrated and comprehensive companion.- 12 updated sky charts for year-round astronomical discovery- Month-to-Month information. Daily Moon Phase Calendar, highlighting special lunar events throughout the year- Planet Watch for ideal viewing days in 2023- The best places to experience Dark Skies, along with the latest on Star Festivals and Star Parties- Top places to visit for astronomical insights- Expert advice and insight throughout from internationally renowned Prof Nigel Henbest- The latest on electronic telescopes from expert Robin Scagell- Complete calendar of major astronomical events, including the Top 20 Sky Sights of 2023- Jargon Buster, explaining common or confusing terms - The planets'' movements explained from solar and lunar eclipses to meteor showers and comets

"If you buy just one guide...you won''t do better than this." - BBC Sky at Night Magazine"I will continue to enjoy ''Philip''s Stargazing'' as the months go by." - Helen Sharman, Astronaut"Very useful indeed." - Chris Lintott, Sky at Night presenterNow including the top astronomical places to visit, star festivals and the latest on star parties in Britain and Ireland, the new 2024 edition is totally up-to-date for exploring the wonder of the night skies, month-by-month and day-by-day.Whether you''re a seasoned astronomer or just starting out, Philip''s Stargazing 2024 is the only book you''ll need. Compiled by experts and specially designed for easy and daily use, Stargazing 2024 acts as a handily illustrated and comprehensive companion.- 12 updated sky charts for year-round astronomical discovery- Month-to-Month information. Daily Moon Phase Calendar, highlighting special lunar events throughout the year- Planet Watch for ideal viewing days in 2024- The best places to experience Dark Skies, along with the latest on Star Festivals and Star Parties- Top places to visit for astronomical insights- Expert advice and insight throughout from internationally renowned Prof Nigel Henbest- Special article on the use of filters for astro-photography by expert Robin Scagell- Complete calendar of major astronomical events, including the Top 20 Sky Sights of 2024- Jargon Buster, explaining common or confusing terms- The planets'' movements explained from solar and lunar eclipses to meteor showers and comets

Philip''s Stargazing is the perfect practical guide for both budding and experienced astronomers."If you buy just one guide...you won''t do better than this." - BBC Sky at Night Magazine"I will continue to enjoy ''Philip''s Stargazing'' as the months go by." - Helen Sharman, Astronaut"Very useful indeed." - Chris Lintott, Sky at Night presenterPhilip''s Stargazing is essential for all those who enjoy exploring the night sky, with up-to-date monthly star charts, moon calendars and viewing tips, as well as the best dark-sky sites to visit and astronomy festivals through the year. Compiled by experts and specially designed for easy use, Stargazing 2025 is a comprehensive companion for both seasoned and novice astronomers.* Fully updated colour star chart for each month of the year* Viewing recommendations and practical advice* Top constellation, target object, topic and picture for each month* Daily Moon Phase Calendar, highlighting special lunar events throughout the year * Planet Watch for ideal viewing days in 2025 * The best places to experience Dark Skies * The latest on Star Festival, Star Parties and astronomy-themed days out* Expert advice from internationally renowned astronomer professor Nigel Henbest * Special article by equipment expert Robin Scagell on small refracting telescopes* Complete calendar of major astronomical events * Top 20 Sky Sights of 2025 * Jargon Buster, explaining common or confusing terms * Clear explanation of the planets'' movements, solar and lunar eclipses, meteors and comets