--- product_id: 254765345 title: "Astronomy: A Self-Teaching Guide, Eighth Edition" price: "£38.08" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/254765345-astronomy-a-self-teaching-guide-eighth-edition store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Comprehensive cosmic coverage End-of-chapter quizzes 8th edition updated content Astronomy: A Self-Teaching Guide, Eighth Edition **Price:** £38.08 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌠 Unlock the cosmos—because your curiosity deserves the stars. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Astronomy: A Self-Teaching Guide, Eighth Edition - **How much does it cost?** £38.08 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/254765345-astronomy-a-self-teaching-guide-eighth-edition) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Test Your Cosmic IQ:** Engaging quizzes at the end of each chapter to solidify your understanding and track progress. - • **Join a Thriving Community:** Join thousands of readers (4.6⭐ from 1,143 reviews) expanding their horizons and sparking curiosity. - • **Master Astronomy Fundamentals:** Clear explanations of celestial coordinates, star lifecycles, and cosmology without overwhelming math. - • **Stay Ahead with Updated Insights:** Eighth edition includes the latest discoveries and theories in astronomy and space science. - • **Explore the Universe at Your Pace:** Self-teaching format perfect for busy professionals craving cosmic knowledge. ## Overview Astronomy: A Self-Teaching Guide, Eighth Edition by Dinah L. Moche is a highly rated, accessible introduction to astronomy that balances popular science with foundational theory. It covers celestial observation techniques, solar system objects, star types, galaxies, and cosmology, featuring basic math and quizzes to reinforce learning. Ideal for self-motivated learners, this edition reflects the latest in space science and has earned a strong following among beginners and enthusiasts alike. ## Description Buy Astronomy: A Self-Teaching Guide, Eighth Edition by Moche, Dinah L. online on desertcart.ae at best prices. ✓ Fast and free shipping ✓ free returns ✓ cash on delivery available on eligible purchase. Review: This is a great introduction to astronomy, pitched somewhere betwwen a popular science book and a basic textbook. Coverage includes theory of observing (the celestial globe and coordinates, strengths and weaknesses of observing in different wavelengths etc), solar system objects, star types and lifecyles, galaxies and cosmological issues (e.g. cosmological expansion and redshift) for a beginning audience. There is some maths but it's pretty basic, and questions at the end of each chapter to test your newly acquired knowledge. Inspired me to go a bit futher with Ian Morison's excellent Introduction to Astronomy and Cosmology, which explores the same ideas but in more depth and with more of the maths. Finding this one a bit of challenge, but getting there, and Moche definiteky deserves some of the credit. Review: Ill be quite honest i learned a lot from this and decided tk take a class in college. This helped me understand the topics more and a few more tips and knowledge when talking about specifics. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #69,202 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #344 in Astronomy & Space Science #7,029 in Higher & Continuing Education Textbooks | | Customer reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,144) | | Dimensions | 19.05 x 2.54 x 24.13 cm | | Edition | Eighth Edition | | ISBN-10 | 1620459906 | | ISBN-13 | 978-1620459904 | | Item weight | 1.05 Kilograms | | Language | English | | Print length | 388 pages | | Publication date | 4 September 2014 | | Publisher | John Wiley & Sons Ltd | ## Images ![Astronomy: A Self-Teaching Guide, Eighth Edition - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81SWoqpnrRL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by W***S on 11 August 2016* This is a great introduction to astronomy, pitched somewhere betwwen a popular science book and a basic textbook. Coverage includes theory of observing (the celestial globe and coordinates, strengths and weaknesses of observing in different wavelengths etc), solar system objects, star types and lifecyles, galaxies and cosmological issues (e.g. cosmological expansion and redshift) for a beginning audience. There is some maths but it's pretty basic, and questions at the end of each chapter to test your newly acquired knowledge. Inspired me to go a bit futher with Ian Morison's excellent Introduction to Astronomy and Cosmology, which explores the same ideas but in more depth and with more of the maths. Finding this one a bit of challenge, but getting there, and Moche definiteky deserves some of the credit. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by E***Z on 30 December 2020* Ill be quite honest i learned a lot from this and decided tk take a class in college. This helped me understand the topics more and a few more tips and knowledge when talking about specifics. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by M***I on 20 March 2021* Informative and easy to read. ## Frequently Bought Together - Astronomy: A Self-Teaching Guide, Eighth Edition - National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Night Sky, 2nd Edition (National Geographic Backyard Guides) - NightWatch: A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/254765345-astronomy-a-self-teaching-guide-eighth-edition](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/254765345-astronomy-a-self-teaching-guide-eighth-edition) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-18*