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Astronomy in Minutes: The Night Sky Explained in an Instant

by In Minutes Author and Giles Sparrow Author

What makes Saturn so pretty? In what constellation are the Pleiades? This book looks at bodies within our own solar system and beyond, giving you the quick rundown on constellations, distant galaxies, and scientific concepts such as dark matter and black holes. The information is conveyed thoroughly and succinctly, despite having a wide breadth of content: this is a good starting point for anyone looking to understand the basics of astronomy.