In Star Gazers, amateur astronmer David Levy invites readers on a journey through his decades of stargazing, weaving together personal anecdotes with explorations of astronomical phenomena. Each essay captures the magic of the night sky, from the simple pleasure of observing a meteor shower to the awe-inspiring sight of a comet’s passage.

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David H. Levy is a renowned amateur astronomer and author, best known for his discovery of 23 comets, including the famous Shoemaker-Levy 9. He has written over three dozen books on astronomy, bringing his passion for the night sky to a wide audience.

"Reading David Levy’s Star Gazers is much like exploring a cabinet of curiosities with an experienced and lighthearted guide. This collection of essays introduces readers to quirky characters and odd astronomical concepts, all while conveying a childlike sense of wonder. Levy’s trademark mix of the scientific and the poetic will delight readers who want to rediscover their love of astronomy or kindle it for the first time."—Melissa Sevigny, author of Under Desert Skies: How Tucson Mapped the Way to the Moon and Planets

"David H. Levy once again offers an inspirational collection of articles and columns that will raise many a misty eye to the heavens. The poetry selections and the personal anecdotes are heart-warming and profound."—Peter Jedicke, author of Seti: The Search for Alien Intelligence

"David Levy is the Amateur Astronomer’s Amateur Astronomer. Best known as a comet hunter and astronomy writer, his sixty-plus years under the sky gives him a unique vantage on the universe and life. This is a wonderful collection of his columns giving us great insight into the passion and determination of a great Sky Gazer."—David B. Rossetter, Astronomer

"One word sums up this marvelous book: Love. Love of the night sky and love of people and places. This is a joy to read."—Tim B. Hunter, author of The Sky at Night: Easy Enjoyment from Your Backyard