The night sky is a wonder, from the fixed and almost changeless stars to the brief appearances of comets it offers a universe of fascinating objects to view. With little more than a pair of binoculars or a small telescope millions of light years of space are available to all. The Celestial Handbook has been written by Richard Pearson with astro-photographers in mind who is constantly on the lookout for astronomical events to photograph during the year ahead. Also the amateur astronomer, this book will guide you through space and introduce you to the pleasures of amateur astronomy.