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Tennessee Total Eclipse Guide: Commemorative Official Keepsake GuidebookOn August 21, a remarkable event will occur over Tennessee. A rare total eclipse will pass directly over the state. If you are planning to view the total eclipse in Tennessee, you need the Tennessee Total Eclipse Guide.
This book has everything you need to know about viewing and photographing the eclipse across the state. In it, you will find some of the secret locations locals...
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¿Has pensado que las galaxias medusa se llaman así por su enorme parecido con las medusas que viven en los océanos? ¿Que la telaraña cósmica es similar a los pólipos de pensamiento marino? ¿O que las pléyades son muy similares a un banco de sardinas? El espacio exterior y las profundidades marinas son fronteras naturales que siempre han despertado la curiosidad de los seres humanos. Son universos que cautivan nuestra imaginación y nos interpelan...
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Join expert author Tiffany Francis-Baker on a night-time journey around Britain and Ireland as she reveals the best places for star-gazing. She covers all of the International Dark-Sky Association's Certified Sites (the spots with the darkest skies), as well as the many Discovery Sites (areas where the skies are lighter but are still good for viewing).
The first part of the guide introduces the idea of astronomy and why it is such an enticing hobby....
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Sunsets serve as daily reminders that breathtaking beauty exists in this world-we just have to notice it. With Sunset Seeking, you will learn what makes sunsets colorful and the atmospheric factors that influence them; discover folklore about the sun and its power from different places and times; and consider how the sun's cycle affects our well-being. With a deeper understanding of sunsets comes a deeper appreciation-let this pocket guide illuminate...
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A take-anywhere guide to the mindful practice of cloud watching.
Press pause, step outside, and look up. There is so much to gain by simply watching the clouds go by. This pocket guide invites you to tap into the calming power of nature through the contemplative practice of cloud spotting.
Discover different types of clouds, unique sky phenomena, and the many benefits that come from slowing down long enough to notice them. Perfect for nature-lovers...
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Atop a mesa one mile west of downtown Flagstaff, Arizona, sits Lowell Observatory, an astronomical research facility steeped in tradition. Percival Lowell, scion of a Boston Brahmin family, initially established his observatory in 1894 to study the possibility of intelligent life on Mars. Lowell widely popularized his controversial theories, sparking debate among both the scientific community and lay public. In the following years, the observatory's...
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Barometers and hygrometers are important weather instruments that meteorologists use to gather and analyze data. This book will not only show what these two instruments look like, but it will also explain what they measure. Expect to read about humidity and air pressure and how they are used to understand weather patterns. This book ends with an activity that guides you through making your own barometers and hygrometers.
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Meteorologists do a very important job, and this book will give you an inside look of what they do. Here, you will learn to read weather maps. You will read about pressure systems, fonts, and other features of weather maps and charts. You will also learn about symbols commonly used in weather maps and charts. So, the next time you listen to a weather broadcast, you'll know exactly what they mean.
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The weather has always dominated our daily lives and it remains our favourite topic of conversation. We all want to know what the weather will be for the week ahead in order to plan our days. But how reliable are the forecasts? Stan Yorke has written a short guide that explains in simple language the basic weather principles, and it has a special illustrated section on how to read skies and clouds. The book allows us to properly interpret daily weather...
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* Un libro que le ayuda a dar sus primeros pasos entre las estrellas y los planetas.
* Cómo escoger y cómo utilizar los instrumentos más adecuados para escrutar la bóveda celeste, (el telescopio que es útil para la observación de los planetas no lo es de hecho, para algunas galaxias que se ven mejor con unos buenos prismáticos).
* Técnicas y consejos para encontrar y observar los objetos más interesantes del sistema solar: Sol. Luna, planetas,...
51) La meteorología
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El hombre se ha interesado por predecir los fenómenos meteorológicos desde la más remota Antigüedad, debido a la importante influencia que dichos fenómenos tienen en el desarrollo de la vida en general; no obstante, la meteorología, como ciencia, es relativamente joven. Gracias a sus teorías y estadísticas, en la actualidad podemos entender cómo tienen lugar los distintos fenómenos meteorológicos y explicar con exactitud las causas que...
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A charming guide to the mindful practice of observing and appreciating the magnificent colors of autumn foliage.
Reconnect with nature through the quiet practice of leaf-peeping. Every autumn, we're graced with a breathtaking spectacle as the leaves turn from green to amber and gold. But how often do we stop to appreciate it?
In this charming book, discover the fascinating science of leaf-turning, practical tips on where to find foliage, musings...
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Part of the Pocket Nature series, this petite volume features helpful tips for stargazing, plus thoughtful meditations related to stars, space, and the universe.
In a cool palette with celestial illustrations, Stargazing is a must-have companion for amateur astronomers, space enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and anyone looking to slow down and find time for contemplation.
In these pages, learn about features of the night sky, from the Milky Way...
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On August 21, a remarkable event will occur over Illinois. A rare total eclipse will pass directly over the Gem State. If you are planning to view the total eclipse in Illinois, you need the Illinois Total Eclipse Guide.
This book has everything you need to know about viewing and photographing the eclipse across the state. In it, you will find some of the secret locations locals know.
Why Buy the Illinois Total Eclipse Guide?
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56) One sky
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1 volume (unpaged) : chiefly color illustrations ; 22 cm
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"Look up in wonder at the sky! In this companion to You are light and My favorite color, Caldecott honor-winning author-illustrator Aaron Becker delivers a stunning visual meditation on the majesty of our miraculous world"--Page [4] of cover.
57) Skygazing
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32, 31 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm
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" With a double cover, one half of the book is focused on the sky during the day, while if you turn the book over the other half focuses on the sky at night. Inside, readers can discover all about airborne wildlife, weird weather, aircraft, stars and constellations, and their mythology. What do you see when you look up at the sky? It may seem like a big, empty space, but it's busier than you think. From clouds and stars, to birds, planes and everything...
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1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm
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Rachel Carson once wrote, "It is not half so important to know as to feel." What do we know about clouds? There are three basic types: stratus, cumulus, and cirrus. Some are fleecy and fair-weathered while others portend storms. But clouds are more than pretty or ominous backdrops. They're the vehicle of water between sea and land, land and sea, in a cycle without end or beginning. They are the writing of the wind on the sky, a language all their...
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"Joe is starstruck, determined to find his way up, up, up to the magical lights in the night sky. "In your dreams!" his pals say. But when Joe and his dad put their heads and hearts together, there's no stopping them. Together they climb ladders, construct towers, and launch rockets in a tireless quest to reach the unreachable. Airy and playful, Gill Smith's dynamic illustrations perfectly complement David Almond's ebullient tale of sky-high courage...
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