Northern Lights: The Definitive Guide To Auroras

Northern Lights: The Definitive Guide to Auroras

Discover the beauty of the Aurora Borealis with Northern Lights, an all-encompassing guide from renowned astronomer Tom Kerss and the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Whether you are planning a bucket-list trip to the Arctic or simply want to understand the science behind the "dancing spirits" of the north, this book serves as both a stunning visual companion and a practical field manual.

Product Highlights

Cultural & Mythological Journey: Explore the history of the Northern Lights, from the red omens of Mediterranean antiquity to the spiritual "souls of loved ones" described by Arctic cultures

The Science of Space Weather: Go beyond the glow to understand how the solar wind interacts with Earth’s magnetic field to create different colours—from common green to the rare, high-altitude reds

A Detailed Travel Companion: Includes an invaluable "Aurora Chasing" guide that covers the best locations and times to visit, how to read aurora forecasts, and what gear you’ll need to survive the cold

Astrophotography Masterclass: Features a step-by-step guide to capturing the lights, covering everything from essential camera settings and framing to post-processing your final images

Global Perspective: While focused on the north, the scientific principles discussed are equally applicable to the Aurora Australis (Southern Lights)

Technical Specifications

Author: Tom Kerss (in collaboration with Collins Astronomy and the Royal Observatory Greenwich)

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback

Page Count: 109 pages

Dimensions: 21cm x 15cm x 0.8cm (A5 size)