Venus and Mercury have long been regarded as difficult targets for amateur observers, but advances in commercially-made telescopes have brought them within the skills of observers of only moderate experience. Peter Grego’s fascinating book presents an up-to-date, detailed description of the history and geology of the so-called inferior planets, and provides the latest, most useful advice on observing and recording them with commercially-available telescopes and cameras. The book also offers a wealth of detailed practical information on every aspect of observing, from safely targeting the two planets, through visual observing, to sketching and electronic imaging.

Venus, closest planet to the Earth, is a torrid world of extremes shrouded from direct view by dense clouds. This Atlas of Venus shows all the fascinating detail discovered on the recent Magellan mission to map the planet surface. Giving the historical background to our perception of the planet, this book clearly explains why Venus has been the goal of so many missions by both Russian and American space programmes. With the latest images from the Magellan mission, this colourful Atlas shows the beautiful landscape of Venus and its dynamic volcanism. Over 100 maps and illustrations show the dramatic beauty of this photogenic planet. Complete with detailed maps of the planet and a gazetteer of all landmarks, this is the essential reference source for all professional and amateur astronomers, and planetary scientists interested in our closest neighbour.

Love Signs and You is the definitive volume of romantic astrology.

Discusses the childhood, family, and tennis career of Venus Williams.

Describes the physical features and exploration of the two planets nearest to the Sun, Mercury and Venus.

Describes the characteristics of and latest discoveries about the planet Venus.

Bestselling author of Witch, Lisa Lister, shares how the astrology and mythos of Venus can help readers reclaim their agency and inner power. Attune with Venus’s cycle, discover Her sacred teachings and work with Her powerful energy to reclaim your radiant life force. This powerful book by bestselling author Lisa Lister brings together the esoteric teachings of Venus with stories of her ‘wild roses’ throughout history, sacred practices and rituals, and a unique-to-you journey through her magical and mysterious astrological cycle. In Venus, Lisa guides you through every stage of Venus’s cycle and how you can work with it on a personal level, inviting you to step onto Her initiatory path, unlock Her unique codes and access Her potent Divine Feminine wisdom. This book will support you to: attune to Venus’s cycle and gain access to Her magic and medicine follow Venus’s descent as the Evening Star to shed what no longer serves you heal any deep-rooted wounds of shame, fear or rejection cultivate the self-love you need to heal and grow re-birth a wiser, truer, more real expression of you This activating initiation to The Venus Codes will guide you to honour and reclaim your Divine Feminine energy and embrace love, beauty and liberation in every area of your life.

From the latest scientific advances to observation advice for amateur astronomers, a beautifully illustrated exploration of one of Earth’s closest neighbors. This book is a new, beautifully illustrated account of Venus, taking in the most recent research into this mysterious, inhospitable world. The book looks at the history of our observations of the planet, from early astronomy to future space missions, and seeks to shed light on many of the questions that remain unanswered, such as why Venus and the Earth—so similar in size and mass—evolved in such different directions, and how Venus acquired its dense carbon-dioxide atmosphere. Above all, Venus assesses whether life might have escaped from the oven-like temperatures at the surface and evolved to become perpetually airborne—in which case Venus may not be lifeless after all.

A biography tracing the lives and tennis careers of sisters Serena and Venus Williams.