When the day is done
And the darkness slowly comes
The hands of forgotten gods light the flickering candles up above
Beckoning the scorpion, the ram, the bull and the lion
Calling the Southern Cross to guide
To light the way
To this piece of earth we love
(Southern Sky, Christelle van Rooyen-Wessels)
Published annually, Sky Guide Southern Africa is a must-have and practical resource for all stargazers, whether novice, amateur or professional. The beautiful book highlights the cosmic events for each month of the upcoming year, including planetary movements, predicted eclipses and meteor showers.
Fascinating star charts plot the evening sky for each season, facilitating the identification of stars and constellations.
The guide, published by Penguin Random House SA, contains a wealth of information about the Sun, Moon, planets, comets, meteors and bright stars, with stunning photos, diagrams, charts and other images. For more information about the book, visit Penguin Random House SA’s website.
