A portable guidebook for enjoying the night sky in 2023.
2023 Night Sky Almanac is the ideal resource for both novice and
experienced sky watchers in the United States and Canada, with all the
advice, information and data that enthusiasts need to understand and
enjoy the wonders of the night sky.
This in-depth guide first introduces readers to the objects in the sky
-- from stars, to comets, to globular clusters -- and then takes them
through the cosmic events to look out for each month in 2023, with sky
maps, moon phase charts and info about the planets. The book also
features:
- Methods for using your hands to measure angles in the sky
- Information about binoculars and telescopes
- A glossary of terms
- A list of helpful resources
- Full color spreads of the monthly attractions.
2023 Night Sky Almanac is both a comprehensive introduction to
astronomy and a quick reference book for more experienced sky watchers
who don't want to miss a thing. Its compact size means it's perfect for
taking on an "astro-vacation" or simply sky viewing in the backyard.
The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) was founded ad hoc in
1868 and incorporated in 1890 with a dual membership of professionals
and amateurs. It has 29 Canadian chapters and over 5,000 members. The
Journal of The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada is entering its
115th year of publication, and the RASC also produces a number of other
publications and guidebooks.
