Rights NewsletterIssue 12: August 2009
Astronomy special
Welcome
to this special edition of the Cambridge University Press Rights
Newsletter. In celebration of the recent Perseids meteor shower and the
International year of Astronomy we would like to tell you more about
some of our own market leading Astronomy titles.
Paul E. Kinzer: Stargazing Basics
This
informal guide to astronomy has all the information an absolute
beginner needs to get started. It explains the basic techniques and
equipment needed to explore the night sky, from observing with the
naked eye to using binoculars and telescopes. It then takes you on a
tour of the night sky, covering the Moon, Sun, stars, planets, and more
besides. 3,000 copies sold to date.
'I enjoyed this book hugely and recommend it very strongly.
Kinzer is a true enthusiast. If he does not get you out there and looking up, no
one will.' The Observatory
James Mullaney: The Cambridge Double Star Atlas
With
illustrations by Wil Tirion, this magnificent atlas contains the most
attractive and interesting double and multiple stars for viewing with
binoculars and telescopes. It is the first modern star atlas devoted to
double and multiple stars and a must-have for
stargazers who want to explore these fascinating objects.
Ian Ridpath: The Monthly Sky Guide, 8th edition
With illustrations by Wil Tirion, this classic beginner’s guide to the night sky has been updated with planet
positions and forthcoming eclipses up to the end of the year 2014, a guide to
observing the Moon, comprehensive Moon maps with labelled features, and
information on observing the four brightest planets: Venus, Mars, Jupiter and
Saturn. Previous editions have been translated into Danish, Greek, Spanish and French.
Stephen James O'Meara's Deep-Sky Companions.
This series allows observers to compare the physical properties and visual descriptions
of the objects covered with complete confidence. No other
observing guides offer such consistency. Titles include:
Deep-Sky Companions: Hidden Treasures
Deep-Sky Companions: The Caldwell Objects
Deep-Sky Companions: The Messier Objects
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To request a reading copy of any of the above titles contact foreignrights@cambridge.org
With best wishes,
The Cambridge Rights Team
www.cambridge.org/rights
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