New Handbook of the Heavens Author:Hubert J. Bernhard The Best Guide to the Stars for the Amateur. A Signet Science Library Book. "One of the most widely used and respected introductions to the study of astronomy, this guidebook explores and explains the universe of constellations, nebulae, planets, comets, the sun and earth. It includes fascinating sections on rainbows, auroras, and other cosmic p... more »henomena, and it provides the amateur stargazer with clear and concise instructions on the use of telescopes and field glasses as well as carefully prepared lists of the finest celestial objects available for observation." From back cover.« less