Comet Hale-Bopp: Find and Enjoy the Great Comet [Paperback]

Robert Burnham (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 28, 1997

The brightest comet in 20 years is about to make its appearance. Discovered 18 months ago, Comet Hale-Bopp has grown steadily larger and brighter as it approaches the Sun and Earth. It will be numbered among the great comets of our lifetime. Comet Hale-Bopp will be at its best from January to May 1997. It promises to be an outstanding sight, visible anywhere on Earth (although especially fine for the northern hemisphere). For everyone interested in seeing this new celestial wonder, here's a detailed guide to the coming apparition: how to see the comet, what to look for, how to photograph it - even how to discover a comet on your own. Fully illustrated in colour, this book also explains what comets are and tells of their place in the solar system and human civilization.

Editorial Reviews

Review

'As a general first text, it works well ... extremely interesting and readable ... the book is well illustrated.' Pam Spence, Astronomy Now

'Anyone wanting to find out more about Hale-Bopp can turn to Robert Burnham's very readable Find and Enjoy Comet Hale-Bopp.' Carole Stott, New Scientist

Book Description

The brightest comet in 20 years is about to make its appearance. For everyone interested in seeing this new celestial wonder, here's a detailed guide to the coming apparition: how to see the comet, what to look for, how to photograph it - even how to discover a comet on your own.

Product Details

• Paperback: 64 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press (January 28, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521586364
• ISBN-13: 978-0521586368
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.9 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,725,996 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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