A concise overview

Astronomy: The Definitive Guide offers a clear, wide-ranging introduction to the core ideas of modern astronomy. Over 432 pages it presents the structure of the solar system, how stars form and evolve, the nature of galaxies, and the methods astronomers use to study the sky.

Geared toward curious beginners and students, the book focuses on conceptual clarity and practical context—showing how observations connect to scientific explanations and which approaches help amateur study.

Key topics include:

• Solar system bodies and dynamics
• Stellar life cycles and properties
• Galaxies, large-scale structure and cosmological perspective
• Observational basics and tools for skywatching

Published by Fog City Press in 2004 and issued in hardcover, this guide serves as a solid single-volume reference for building foundational knowledge in astronomy.

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