Royal Observatory Greenwich 4 Book Collection Stargazing Beginners Guide

Discover the night sky with the Royal Observatory Greenwich 4 Books Collection Set (Stargazing Beginners guide) — a compact, beginner-friendly book collection perfect for curious parents, teachers, gift buyers and budding astronomers. This boxed set brings together four authoritative paperback editions that guide you from naked-eye stargazing to photographing the Northern Lights, making it an ideal gift set or classroom resource for anyone wanting a practical, beautifully illustrated introduction to astronomy.

Titles in this set: Stargazing, Moongazing, Northern Lights, Observing our Solar System. Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9780008706036.

Stargazing — A brilliant introductory guide from the Royal Observatory Greenwich. This paperback edition covers telescopes, planets, stars, celestial maps and how to stargaze with nothing more than your eyes. Learn practical tips to cope with light pollution, choose beginner-friendly equipment, and use star charts to find constellations and seasonal highlights.

Moongazing — An in-depth guide for Moon observers that includes detailed lunar maps, the history of lunar observation, and the Moon’s origin and orbit. Ideal for those who want to focus on our nearest celestial neighbor, it offers clear advice on essential equipment, choosing a telescope, and even capturing the Moon through sketches and simple imaging techniques.

Northern Lights — The perfect gift for anyone longing to witness auroral displays. This accessible guide explains when and where to see the Northern Lights, what equipment helps observation and photography, and features stunning photographs to inspire your own aurora-chasing adventures. A great resource for photographers and travelers planning night-sky trips.

Observing our Solar System — Explore how our understanding of the Solar System evolved from ancient models to the modern era of remote sensing. This guide highlights targets for amateur astronomers — the Sun, Moon and planets — and shows how they can be studied by eye, binoculars and telescopes.

• Authoritative source: From the Royal Observatory Greenwich — trusted by educators and astronomy enthusiasts.
• Written by Tom Kerss: astronomer, broadcaster and bestselling author known for accessible night-sky guides for adults and children.
• Perfect for beginners: step-by-step advice, equipment recommendations, maps and photography tips.
• Versatile uses: ideal bedtime reading, classroom lessons, field guides for stargazing trips, or a thoughtful astronomy gift set.
• Paperback editions: lightweight, portable and easy to share on observing nights.

This book collection stands out for combining trusted Royal Observatory expertise with the practical, friendly voice of an experienced author — making complex subjects accessible without sacrificing accuracy. Whether you’re buying a gift set for a young explorer, building a small classroom library, or equipping yourself for weekend observing, these guides offer reliable, award-worthy insight and hands-on tips.

Bring the skies closer — order this boxed set and start exploring constellations, lunar features, auroras and planetary sights tonight. A timeless keepsake and practical learning tool, it’s perfect for family stargazing, early learning programs and anyone who wants to turn curiosity into confident observing.