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Terence Dickinson

Terence Dickinson, one of Canada's best-loved amateur-astronomy writers, gained renown for unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos. His down-to-earth style made him the award-winning best-selling author of 14 astronomy books, including NightWatch, The Backyard Astronomer's Guide, The Universe and Beyond and Hubble's Universe. The cofounder and former editor of SkyNews, Canada's national astronomy magazine, Dickinson was a recipient of the Order of Canada and two honorary doctorates. He died of complications from Parkinson's on February 1, 2023.

Books by Terence Dickinson

Exploring the Sky by Day

The Equinox Guide to Weather and the Atmosphere

by (author) Terence Dickinson
illustrated by John Bianchi

Ages
10 to 17
Grades
5 to 12

The Hubble Space Telescope

Our Eye on the Universe

by (author) Terence Dickinson & Tracy C. Read

Ages
10 to 15
Grades
5 to 10

Summer Stargazing

A Practical Guide for Recreational Astronomers

by (author) Terence Dickinson

Grades
5 to 12

The Universe and Beyond

by (author) Terence Dickinson
foreword by Edward Gibson

Grades
7 to 12

Splendors of the Universe

A Practical Gudie to Photographing the Night Sky

by (author) Terence Dickinson & Jack Newton

Other Worlds

A Beginners Guide to Planets and Moons

by (author) Terence Dickinson

Extraterrestrials

A Field Guide for Earthlings

by (author) Terence Dickinson
illustrated by Adolf Schaller

Exploring the Night Sky

The Equinox Astronomy Guide for Beginners

by (author) Terence Dickinson
illustrated by John Bianchi

Ages
10 to 17
Grades
5 to 12