Out Of The Blue

Why is the sky blue? Why are sunsets red? Why can I see further on an overcast day? This book offers practical advice about where and when you can expect to see... » 

Why is the sky blue? Why are sunsets red? Why can I see further on an overcast day? This book offers practical advice about where and when you can expect to see natural phenomena, what you will see and how to improve your chances of seeing it. He takes in both the night sky and the day sky, and deals only with what you can see with the naked eye. Drawing on science, history, literature and mythology, and assuming only basic scientific know-how, Out of the Blue is for everyone who enjoys being outdoors and is curious or puzzled about things optical and astronomical. «