Astronomy Photographer of the Year: Collection 15 - Hardcover
Astronomy Photographer of the Year: Collection 15 - Hardcover
Description
by Royal Observatory Greenwich (Author), Collins Astronomy (Author)
"Spectacular views of the universe." -- The Guardian
"Astronomy Photos of the Year are stellar and stunning." -- Irish Examiner
A stunning gift for admirers of astrophotography
From the world's leading astronomy publisher, this spectacular volume showcases some of the most breathtaking space photography captured across the globe.
Marvel at the wonders of the universe through 140 winning and shortlisted images from the 2026 Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, hosted by the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Created by some of the world's most talented astrophotographers, these awe-inspiring images reveal the beauty and mystery of the night sky in extraordinary detail.
The collection features photographs from nine main categories, including:
- Aurorae
- Galaxies
- Stars and Nebulae
- Our Moon
- Our Sun
- People and Space
It also includes winners and shortlisted entries from:
- The Sir Patrick Moore Prize for Best Newcomer
- The Annie Maunder Open Category
- Young Competitor categories
Each image is accompanied by a caption, photographer credit, location, and technical details. The book also includes a location map showing where the photographs were taken, along with a visual appendix of all featured images.
The competition is judged by an expert panel of distinguished astronomy specialists.
The Exhibition
The National Maritime Museum hosts an annual exhibition celebrating the winners of the Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, showcasing these remarkable images of the cosmos.
A beautiful and inspiring collection, this book is an essential gift for astronomy enthusiasts, photographers, and anyone fascinated by the wonders of the universe.
Author Biography
The Royal Observatory, Greenwich is the home of Greenwich Mean Time and the Prime Meridian of the World, making it the official starting point for each new day and year. It is also home to London's only planetarium, the Harrison timekeepers and the UK's largest refracting telescope. It runs the annual Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition.
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