Combining a concise practical guide to astronomy with card decks, sky maps, and a flashlight, Starfinder explains how to navigate around the night sky, shows you what you can expect to see, and provides all the tools you need to see the constellations for yourself. It also includes a section on observing the Moon, planets, and other bodies of the Solar System, as well as a monthly guide to the skies in both the northern and southern hemispheres.
Each fresh pair of eyes looking at the night sky sees a confusion of stars. The myriad pinpoints of light all seem the same and together appear to form a starry sphere around Earth. This imaginary sphere is a key to finding your way around the sky. Soon, you’ll discover that brighter stars make patterns, and these act as signposts. They guide us as our view of the universe changes, and they form a starry backdrop to the planets as they make their stately progress across the sky. Once recognized in this way, the universe will unfold before your eyes.