Astronomy Magazine
Both a profession and a hobby
astronomy is popular all over the
world. As with any other hobby there are tons of
articles and a lot of information written for enthusiasts, but
also to chronicle the happenings in the “professional” arena. A
lot of this information from the image is to how to use a
telescope can be found in an astronomy magazine. Now that these
magazines are online, it's an even better world for amateur
astronomers.
A top astronomy magazine in the UK is
“Astronomy Now”. Both professionals and hobbyists will enjoy
this magazine that's going on 20 years in existence. The
magazine regularly includes features on everything to do with
the science, and focus articles that go further in depth into a
particular subject or aspect of Astronomy. This is in addition
to monthly regular features which include star charts, book
reviews, images submitted by readers and all sorts of guidance.
the star charts presented on the site are far superior to those
in the magazine. the clock can be turned to different months,
times of months and various magnifications. It's a real help to
anyone with a telescope.
Sky and Telescope is another excellent
resource. The magazine claims to be like a top astronomers
standing with you. Imagine gazing up at the stars while Carl
Sagan, rest his soul, stood ready to deliver important tips and
information. But information is only one aspect of this
magazine, it also has tremendous images. One exciting piece of
imagery Sky and Telescope delivered in November of 2008 was
images of a planet orbiting another star. This marks the first
time a planet has been seen orbiting another star in visible
light imagery.
One of the first websites people find
when searching for astronomy magazines is the website for
Astronomy. Nobody beats astronomy magazine's website for the
information they present. For example there are images of the
first visible light view of another solar system. There is also
a podcast audio tour of the constellation Cassiopeia. The site
also has constant, permanent information such as a guide to the
night sky for beginners, tips and information for kids who want
to delve into astronomy, equipment guides, and guides to
astronomy in an urban sky. It's a great magazine to have, and a
great web site to visit.
Admitting to being cheap, the author
admits to sticking to web sites instead of purchasing any
astronomy magazine. One way or another the information is at
your fingertips.
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