He mentions it as lying before the mouth of a Big Fish, an Arabic constellation. Great book! The Book of Fixed Stars (Arabic: كتاب صور الكواكب‎ kitāb suwar al-kawākib, literally The Book of the Shapes of Stars) is an astronomical text written by Abd al-Rahman al-Sufi (Azophi) around 964. In order to navigate out of this carousel please use your heading shortcut key to navigate to the next or previous heading. [27] As of March 2012, one is in preparation by Ihsan Hafez of James Cook University, Townsville. The only star that does not belong to a constellation is the Sun. Chock full of beautiful pictures! It give a brief description of each of the 88 constellations, the story behind the characters/animals and a quick snapshot of the supposed personalities of the zodiac as well. In ancient times, people thought that the Sun, Moon, and stars were gods. Constellations: The Story of Space Told Through the 88 Known Star Patterns in the Night Sky, Star Finder! This beautifully illustrated book helps readers navigate their way around the night sky as they learn the significance of heavenly bodies' names. [24][25] These were the first galaxies other than the Milky Way to be observed from Earth. Beautiful pictures of the constellations. : A Step-by-Step Guide to the Night Sky, What We See in the Stars: An Illustrated Tour of the Night Sky, Night Sky - A Field Guide to the Constellations, National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Night Sky, 2nd Edition, Turn Left At Orion: Hundreds of Night Sky Objects to See in a Home Telescope - and How to Find Them. Notably, al-Sufi improved upon Ptolemy’s system for measuring star brightness. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Although there are only 88 IAU constellations, the sky is actually divided into 89 irregularly shaped boxes as the constellation Serpens is split into two separate sections, Serpens Caput to the west and Serpens Cauda to the east. The 13-digit and 10-digit formats both work. February 1st 2002 The Complete Guide to Astrology: Understanding Yourself, Your Signs, and Your Birth... How to Deliver a Great TED Talk: Presentation Secrets of the World's Best Speakers, NightWatch: A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe, The Book of Constellations: Discover the Secrets in the Stars, Giles Sparrow studied Astronomy at University College, London, and Science Communication at Imperial College, before embarking on a career in publishing. Complete with over 300 of the best astronomical images ever captured, a comprehensive introduction to the stars and other celestial phenomena, and a series of newly commissioned, state-of-the-art maps showing the stars that are visible from populated latitudes in both hemispheres throughout the year, this magnificent guide has all you need to know to become an expert stargazer.Step outside on a clear night, and the number of stars in the night sky can be overwhelming. There is a thirteenth-century copy in the British Library (Or. [13] These sources, including a number of treatises and objects which are now lost, serve as important indicators and records of the knowledge ('ilm) production at the time. and Pluto, the Roman god of the underworld. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2014. A. Caussin de Perceval in. Well pleased. Has very detailed star maps. The first recorded mention of the Large Magellanic Cloud was also given in the Book of Fixed Stars. It was an attempt to create a synthesis of the comprehensive star catalogue in Ptolemy’s Almagest (books VII and VIII) with the indigenous Arabic astronomical traditions on the constellations. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. He has the earliest known descriptions and illustrations of what he called "a little cloud", which is actually the Andromeda Galaxy. [20], Although al-Sufi names several sources in his introduction which contributed to the book's illustrations, none of these treatises nor celestial globes survive. Arrived very quickly after ordering. Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2019. [14][15], The Book of Fixed Stars follows the 48 Ptolemaic constellations described in the Almagest, with a chapter dedicated to each individual constellation. Concise. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. Al-Sufi’s reasoning for this was that ‘the beholder might be confused if he saw the figure on the globe differing from what he sees in the sky’, demonstrating the book’s use as a teaching device. I had to have this :) This book lists all the 88 constellations, including their mythology background and main stars. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Winter, "Notes on al-Kitab Suwar Al-Kawakib", This page was last edited on 18 October 2020, at 15:47. This is a great book by Robin Kennod; she put a lot of detail and facts In This book. [9], The book was thoroughly illustrated along with observations and descriptions of the stars, their positions (copied from Ptolemy's Almagest with the longitudes increased by 12° 42' to account for the precession), their magnitudes (brightness) and their color. The Great Andromeda Nebula he observed was also the first true nebula to be observed, as distinct from a star cluster.[26]. National Geographic: Earth's Moon Wall Map - Laminated (42.5 x 28.5 inches) (Nation... National Geographic: The Universe Wall Map (31.25 x 20.25 inches) (National Geograp... National Geographic: The Milky Way Wall Map (31.25 x 20.25 inches) (National Geogra... To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Quercus; First Edition (October 25, 2013), Good to have when out with your telescope, Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2017. [11] Persis Berkelamp argues that each paired constellation was drawn slightly differently to encourage students to study the manuscript closely. In ancient times, people thought that the Sun, Moon, and stars were gods. Das Buch ist zwar etwas teuer, dafür aber super schön, farbekräftig und informativ. It has information about where in the sky to look and at what time of day, as well as the colors from the major stars. Each of the pages is a glossy print which adds to the splendor of skies. by Barrons Educational Series, The Book of Constellations: Discover the Secrets in the Stars. Excellent book with great information A MUST HAVE~~, Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2017. Critical edition of Ṭūsī's translation by Sayyed Moʿezz-al-dīn Mahdavī, Tehran, 1351 Š./1972. The book was written in Arabic, although the author himself was Persian. My wife is into the stargazing and she loves this book! All stars but one can be associated with an IAU constellation. The price is reasonable also. Use the Amazon App to scan ISBNs and compare prices. Since ancient times, stargazers have made sense of the night sky by grouping its stars into constellations–star patterns that often have symbolic or mythological meanings. Kids are fascinated by stars! A fun activity is provided along with advice on viewing stars. The Greeks and the Romans related these "pictures" of animals and men—or constellations—to their legends. She briefly talks about "why" they are there. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published This free Constellations Booklet is perfect for homeschooling kids in elementary school learning about our solar system. Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2017. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Second hand for a good quality copy at just 1penny plus the usual postage - you cannot go wrong. Constellations is a guide to the night sky that focuses on these 88 distinctive patterns, revealing their often intriguing stories–their origins, mythology, present-day significance, and the multitude of wondrous objects they contain. Instead of two brightness categories (‘more bright’ and ‘less bright’), al-Sufi employed three: AṢghareh (‘less’), Akbareh (‘greater’), and A’ẓameh (‘much-greater’). Refresh and try again. To see what your friends thought of this book, Book of Constellations: Discover the Secrets in the Stars. [7] Since it was only correct for the single year of 964, the Book of Fixed Stars was intended to serve a broader educational purpose, rather than being concerned with the mathematical technicalities of astronomy. Please try again. That's what I really wanted to get from this book. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in, Constellations: A Field Guide To The Night Sky. Beautiful pictures, great descriptions, and I love the stories of the constellations which are included. Colourful. [13] In making these revisions, al-Sufi was able to determine the boundaries for each constellation's star grouping. Facsimile edition of the Persian translation by Naṣīr-al-dīn Ṭūsī (Ayasofya 2595, autograph, from Uluḡ Beg's library), Tehran, 1348 Š./1969. Their observations marked the first step in the development of astronomy, which today is a sophisticated science. I purchased for my 9 year old daughter. The Greeks and the Romans re. Wollte unbedingt die englische Edition, weil ich nicht wusste ob die deutsche Übersetzung eins-zu-eins übereinstimmt. [23][10] A user-friendly companion for stargazers of all ages, this classic beginner's guide describes all the main sights of the night sky. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 9, 2017. . . In this book she talks about some of the consolations in the sky. Neptune, the Roman god of the sea . Color photos and illustrations throughout. [3] The original manuscript no longer survives as an autograph, however, the importance of tradition and the practice of diligence central to Islamic manuscript tradition, has ensured the survival of the Book of Stars in later-made copies. We’d love your help. He has acted as author, consultant and contributor on numerous bestselling astronomy and popular science books, including. They also identified planets and named them for their gods—Venus, Mars, Saturn, and Jupiter. Tells you when meteor showers are, what stars you can see and what time of year. Kids will have fun learning about stars when they realize all the neat pictures the stars make. He probably also cataloged the Omicron Velorum star cluster as a "nebulous star", and an additional "nebulous object" in Vulpecula, a cluster now variously known as Al-Sufi's Cluster, the "Coathanger asterism", Brocchi's Cluster or Collinder 399. These are the stories behind the names and shapes of the constellations that pattern the night sky. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. pretty elementary; interesting insights into the Greek myths connected with constellations; ridiculous assumptions about the “coincidences” that exist in the way the heavens work. A very nice and well explained book for beginners!!! This "cloud" was apparently commonly known to the Isfahan astronomers, very probably before 905, and al-Sufi attributes their discoveries in the text. I love the photos! "This book explores the sun as our nearest star, different types of stars and constellations. They recorded their movements and imagined that the stars made pictures in the sky. The Sun travels … I'm an amateur stargazer and I love the constellations. H. J. J. Great book! The Night Sky: Fifty Postcards (50 designs; archival images, NASA ephemera, photogr... Astronomy: A Self-Teaching Guide, Eighth Edition (Wiley Self Teaching Guides), The Astrophotography Manual: A Practical and Scientific Approach to Deep Sky Imaging, Natural History: The Ultimate Visual Guide to Everything on Earth (Smithsonian).