VTG STARS 1956 Herbert S. Zim & Robert H. Baker A Golden Nature Guide PB 24493 : A Guide To The Constellations, Sun, Moon, Planets, And Other Features Of The Heavens. 160 Pages 6”x 4”. Golden Press. . The Text Is Profusely Illustrated With 150 Paintings In Color By James Gordon Irving. Used. Condition Is “Very Good Plus”. Outside Paper Cover Has Very Slight Edge Spine And Surface Wear. Inside Covers, Pages And Structural Components Are In Great Condition. Shipped Via USPS Media Mail. 1365.

Series:

The Golden Nature Guide series was a popular series of books that aimed to provide accessible and informative guides to nature and science. The series covered a wide range of topics, including animals, plants, astronomy, and more.

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Authors: Herbert S. Zim (1904-1974) was a naturalist, educator, and author, known for his work on science and nature books for children and adults.

Robert H. Baker (1902-1987) was an American astronomer and educator, who wrote several books on astronomy and science.

This book is a comprehensive guide to the night sky, covering the constellations, sun, moon, planets, and other celestial features. Written by Herbert S. Zim, a naturalist and educator, and Robert H. Baker, an astronomer, the book is part of the Golden Nature Guide series, which aimed to provide accessible and informative guides to nature and science.

Contents:

Introduction to astronomy and the night sky

Constellations: descriptions, illustrations, and maps

Sun, moon, and planets: facts and features

Other celestial objects: stars, nebulae, galaxies, and more

Astronomical events: eclipses, meteor showers, and planetary alignments

Illustrations:

The book features many illustrations, diagrams, and maps, including:

Constellation charts and maps

Illustrations of planets, stars, and other celestial objects

Diagrams of astronomical events and phenomena