Further Learning

For more information on constellations and stars, and on astronomy in general, check out some of the following web sites and books.

• The Constellations Web Page
• Chris Dolan's "Stars and Constellations"
• Heavens-Above
• StarGazer
• Peoria Astronomical Society: Constellations
• Steven Gibson's "Star Names"
• Munich Astro Archive Constellation Pages
• James B. Kaler's "Stars"
• Hawaiian Astronomical Society: Deepsky Atlas
• Constellation Photos
• Constellations: Frequently Asked Questions

Allen, R. Star Names: Their Lore and Meaning. 1899, 1965, Dover Books reprint.

Krupp, E. Beyond the Blue Horizon: Myths and Legends of the Sun, Moon, Stars and Planets. 1991, Harper Collins.

Motz, Lloyd and Carol Nathanson. The Constellations. 1988, Doubleday.

Proctor, P. Star Myths and Stories. 1972, Exposition Press.

Rey, H. A. Find the Constellations. 1976, Houghton-Mifflin.

Ridpath, I. Star Tales. 1988, Universe Books.

Schatz, D. Astronomy Activity Book. 1991, Simon and Schuster.