The Secret World of Stargazing : Find solace in the stars - Adrian West

The Secret World of Stargazing

Find solace in the stars

By: Adrian West

Hardcover | 29 March 2022 | Edition Number 1

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The Secret World of Stargazing is the ultimate astronomy book to set you on your epic journey around the cosmos - it's a simple guide to the skies and makes stargazing fun, easy and enjoyable for all - absolutely no equipment is required!

Adrian West, AKA the internet sensation VirtualAstro, will take you through the seasons, showing you exactly what you can spot in the sky throughout the year, whether you're in your back garden or sitting on an exotic beach somewhere! While you're learning how to spot constellations, meteors and comets, you will be switching off your busy mind, sitting still in nature and paying attention to the small details that make up the big picture of life.

You'll finish reading this beautiful book and come away with a sense of grounding, connection, knowledge and a whole new appreciation of the sky above and the world outside your own - it will soothe your soul.

About the Author

Adrian West is an astronomer with over 30 years' experience. Better known as Virtual Astro, he has one of the largest independent astronomy and space accounts on social media. He's passionate about the night sky and inspiring people to look up.

Adrian has written many astronomy and space related articles for various online science magazines. Adrian runs Sky Tours for the National Trust and has also written guides and articles for the BBC, Met office and National Trust. The Night Sky show is Adrian's sell out theatre show that takes the audience on an epic journey across the cosmos.
Industry Reviews
'A book that will make the night sky your lifelong passion. An invitation to immerse yourself in the nature around you and the universe beyond.'
Professor Brian Cox

'An excellent, readable, bright guide to the night sky.'
Dara O'Briain

'A superb introduction to astronomy.'
Chris Packham

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