Night-bright star map for a risers

This glow-in-the-dark star chart shows beginners all the important constellations for their first strolls through the night sky. It is very easy to use, based on the tried-and-tested principle of KOSMOS beginner charts. Simply shine a torch on the chart and it will glow in the dark.

With very detailed instructions for use and orientation in the starry sky, the positions of the planets and data on solar and lunar eclipses.

The author Hermann-Michael Hahn is a freelance science journalist specialising in celestial topics and has been chairman of the Cologne Public Observatory for over 20 years.

Graphic designer Gerhard Weiland is a specialist in astronomical infographics and star charts and a member of the Cologne Association of Star Friends.