A Down to Earth Guide to the Cosmos

"Mark is a wonderful promoter of Astronomy. He's tremendously knowledgable about the geography of the night sky, guiding the experienced amateur and complete novice with equal skill and passion." -- Professor Brian Cox "An admirably clear and concise guide to the wonders of the night sky, which will give anyone with a hankering to rise above the humdrum a toehold in the heavens. This is a book to get people started, whether keen amateurs or clueless professionals." -- Marcus Chown New Scientist "I was captivated... a thoroughly good read. I wholeheartedly recommend A Down To Earth Guide... as an entertaining, exciting read, but also as solid reference material for any amateur astronomer." -- Ian O'Neill Discovery Space "This book alone would be a good start for any budding Patrick Moore." Engineering and Technology Magazine "Mark Thompson's book tackles what most imagine to be a very complicated topic, opening up a whole new area of our universe in the most simple and straightforward manner. The reader is given a fascinating insight into our night sky and anyone who reads it will find themselves standing outside staring into that dark and deep abyss." We Love This Book "A fantastic book that's perfect for both those interested in the science of the stars and those looking to do some observing themselves. Wonderfully written and accessible to astronomers of all ages and levels. This brilliant book is definitely worth picking up." All About Space