Dictionary of Astronomical Names

Dictionary of Astronomical Names
Author: Adrian Room
Publisher:
Total Pages: 296
Release: 1988
Genre: Nature
ISBN:


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An etymological survey of astronomical names, including the better known stars, the constellations, the planets, and their satellites, and features on celestial bodies, such as craters on the moon. The author is a linquist, not an astronomer, and the book is for the generalist. No pronunciation. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).