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Les yeux tournés vers le ciel - Philippe Moussette (French Astronomy Book)
Discover the night sky through the lens of a dedicated Quebec astrophotographer with Philippe Moussette's Les yeux tournés vers le ciel. This book, written in French, features prefaces by Hubert Reeves and Charles Tisseyre and is published by Éditions du Joyeux Drille. It presents more than 200 images of celestial objects, and about 98% of the photos were taken by the author himself. It is a personal tour of the sky, from planets and constellations to comets, nebulae, star clusters and supernovae, with indications to help you find them.
A Visual Atlas: More Than 200 Celestial Objects
With more than 200 images, the book covers a wide range of astronomical targets: planets, constellations, comets, stars, nebulae, star clusters and supernovae. The images come with indications to help you locate each object in the sky, and some photos are paired with a sky chart.
A Singular Vision: 98% of Photos by an Inspiring Quebec Author
What makes this book unique is its personal perspective. About 98% of the astrophotography was captured by author Philippe Moussette, president of the VÉGA astronomy club of Cap-Rouge. The introduction tells his atypical path into astronomy: he was born with congenital nystagmus and strong myopia, and still became a passionate observer and photographer of the night sky. Written by a Quebec author, it makes a great gift for anyone curious about the stars.
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Is the book "Les yeux tournés vers le ciel" available in English?
No, this book is available exclusively in French. It is written by a Quebec author for a French-speaking audience.
Is "Les yeux tournés vers le ciel" a good book for beginners?
Yes. The book is written in a popular science style that is accessible to beginners discovering the sky for the first time. It also contains enough depth and beautiful imagery to be appreciated by experienced amateur astronomers.
As a beginner, how can "Les yeux tournés vers le ciel" help me find constellations from my backyard in Quebec?
The images come with indications to help you find each object, and some photos are paired with a sky chart. You can compare what you see on the page with the sky above you during your first observing sessions.
I have a new telescope. Can "Les yeux tournés vers le ciel" guide me to observing my first nebula?
It can help. The book shows nebulae and star clusters, classic targets for a first telescope, and gives indications to help you locate them. Seeing what an object looks like before you search for it makes your first deep-sky sessions easier.
Who took the photos in "Les yeux tournés vers le ciel"?
About 98% of the photos in the book were taken by the author, Philippe Moussette. The book reflects his own experience as an astrophotographer.
Who is Philippe Moussette?
Philippe Moussette is an amateur astronomer, astrophotographer, and author from Cap-Rouge, Quebec City. He is the president of the VÉGA astronomy club of Cap-Rouge. He pursued his passion for astronomy despite being born with congenital nystagmus and strong myopia.
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| SKU |
MOU-9782981277305 |
| ISBN-13 |
9782981277305 |
| Author |
Philippe Moussette |
| Language |
French |
| Prefaces |
Hubert Reeves and Charles Tisseyre |
| Publisher |
Éditions du Joyeux Drille |
| Format |
Printed book |
| Subject |
Astronomy, astrophotography, observing guide |
| Content |
More than 200 images of celestial objects |
| Photo Credits |
About 98% of the photos by the author |
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Book "Les yeux tournés vers le ciel" by Philippe Moussette (French edition)
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