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Atlas of Meteor Showers: A Practical Workbook for Meteor Observers

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$25.59 $39.99 In stock

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By Philip M. Bagnall

This atlas contains everything you need to know about meteor showers and how to observe them. It begins with the science behind these celestial fireworks, then equips you with all the practical knowledge you’ll need to make the most of these wonderful astronomical events.

The book is rich with illustrations, graphs and resources to assist your hobby. In addition, it includes downloadable radiant charts, report sheets, radiant altitude data, plotting charts and more, to help you locate each shower, record its activity and plot individual meteors during your nights of observation.

Intended for amateurs of all levels and requiring no special equipment, this accessible Atlas of Meteor Showers will hone your skills and keep you engaged throughout the year, no matter where you are in the world.

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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Joshua ★★★★★

The charts for major showers are really well laid out, making it easy to plan a night of observing. I’ve already used the science section to explain to my kids why we see certain meteors, and it’s kept them engaged for hours.

Joshua L. ★★★★★

The table of shower dates and radiant points is incredibly handy, making it easy to plan a night out under the stars. I've already used the log pages to track several minor events, and the observing tips are clear without being too technical.

Lucy ★★★★★

The workbook’s opening chapters on the physics of why meteors streak and flare finally clicked for me after years of just watching the sky. I’ve already used the observation log pages during the Perseids, and the layout made tracking timings and magnitudes feel effortless.