The stars A new way to see them

Written by the author of Curious George, this hefty guide to stars, constellations, and planets in the night sky was first published in 1952 and revised several times, though the current book is evidently the first to be called the second edition. A star on the jacket proclaims updated star and solar system information. Inside, additions include an introductory note on Pluto, which explains the difference between a planet and a dwarf planet, as well as a paragraph on the Kuiper Belt. Information on the solar system and the asteroid belt has been revised in the light of Pluto's reclassification. In addition, the planetary tables have been updated through 2016. The bibliography was not updated, however, and it includes no books from the last 10 years. Still, the new edition is recommended to replace old ones in astronomy collections.--Phelan, Carolyn Copyright 2009 Booklist

This book, newly revised and updated, "is meant for people who...want to be able to go out at night and find the major constellations, for the pleasure of it." Rey presents the constellations' stars with connecting lines that make pictures of Hercules, Pegasus, etc., for ease of visualization. It's a fascinating book, full of scientific information, charts, and lively illustrations. Bib., glos., ind. (c) Copyright 2010. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. All rights reserved.