Point to the Stars by Joseph Maron Joseph, Sarah Lee Lippincott

Much of the enjoyment of stargazing comes from being able to locate and identify heavenly objects that have long been known to man. Here is a book that can be taken outdoors and used as a guide. The unique “Face and Point” method and the variety of star maps make it easy to locate not only the constellations, individual stars and planets, but artificial satellites, too.

Planet calendars and a world star chart offer further challenge as well as fun.

The beginning astronomer is first introduced to heavenly objects that can be seen with the naked eye; then to objects visible through binoculars; and finally to the fascinating starsights that a telescope can help one to view. Clear directions, combined with charts, diagrams, and other visual aids, give the necessary guidance at each step of the way.

The constellations – Orion, Perseus, and others – are a prominent feature of this book. For each constellation there is a fascinating legend carefully chosen from the world’s folklore or mythology.

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