Foundations of Astronomy (with AceAstronomy™, Virtual Astronomy Labs Printed Access Card) (Hardcover)

by Michael A. Seeds (Author)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 736 pages
• Publisher: Brooks Cole; 9 edition (February 10, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0495015784
• ISBN-13: 978-0495015789
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 9.1 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #134,409 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Be careful with "Printed Access Card Ace Astronomy , Virtual Astronomy Labs" , January 1, 2007

By	Timothy Auch (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I've worked through the first 3 chapters of the book and so far it is quite good. Review questions and problems in the book are valuable to validate what you learned.

However, one reason I selected this book was the stated access to online materials (as part of the "Product" purchased). The online materials (especially the tests) are also quite helpful. Once registered, you only have access to the materials for 180 days. While that sounds like a lot of time, if you are learning in your spare time, this will most likely not be enough. After a few phone calls, it seems that you may be able to purchase more time for $30-$40, but it is not real clear if adn how to do this.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars amature review, February 7, 2008

By	Sir Patrick Spens "oleary" (Sandy, Utah United States) - See all my reviews

As an amature I found this text an excellent overview of the astronomy world. It is well organized and presented a basic overview of most all topics. It is well written and clear and would be very usefull for any one starting out in astronomy and interested in gaining a broad knowledge of the subject. Subjects covered lay a good foundation and also act as a spring board to other books with greater depth. I have kept and used this text for many years. It is great.

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Ridiculous, September 1, 2008

By	citrusurprise (texas) - See all my reviews

I think the book itself was pretty informative it got me through the class well. The thing that isn't so great is how people are selling it for $5 when it costs over $100 new at my school bookstore. How am I supposed to get anything back from that purchase huh?
yes, I am aware this is bratty but man, that is really annoying I always make money off of selling my books back on amazon except for this one...