Astronomy explained
Gerald North
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Astronomy explained
by Gerald North
Published
1997
Publisher
Island Press
Pages
356
ISBN-13
9781447109020
Description
Every year large numbers of people take up the study of astronomy, mostly at amateur level. There are plenty of elementary books on the market, full of colourful photographs, but lacking in proper explanations of how and why things are as they are. Many people eventually wish to go beyond the 'coffee-table book' stage and study this fascinating subject in greater depth. This book is written for them. In addition, many people sit for public examinations in this subject each year and this book is also intended to be of use to them. All the topics from the GCSE syllabus are covered here, with sample questions at the end of each chapter. Astronomy Explained provides a comprehensive treatment of the subject in more depth than is usually found in elementary works, and will be of interest to both amateur astronomers and students of astronomy.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Astronomy explained?
This edition of Astronomy explained has approximately 356 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Astronomy explained?
For most readers, Astronomy explained typically takes between 7h 25m and 4h 57m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 89,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 56m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 89,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Astronomy explained?
The estimated word count for Astronomy explained is approximately 89,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Astronomy explained?
Astronomy explained was written by Gerald North.
When was Astronomy explained published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1997. The original work may have been published on a different date.