April 1994
The world's best-selling astronomy magazine offers you the most exciting, visually stunning, and timely coverage of the heavens above. Each monthly issue includes expert science reporting, vivid color photography, complete sky coverage, spot-on observing tips, informative telescope reviews, and much more! All this in an easy-to-understand, user-friendly style that's perfect for astronomers at any level.
Features
Exploring Small Volcanos on Mars
Olympus Mons may get the headlines, but the smaller Martian volcanos are beginning to speak to scientists about the history of the Red Planet.
Here’s Looking at Ida
When the Galileo spacecraft flew past the asteroid Ida, it discovered a magnetic field and some other surprises.
An Infrared View of Our Universe
Sophisticated new detectors reveal stunning details in familiar galaxies and nebulae.
Hubble Better Than New
The verdict is in, and Hubble’s vision is sharper than anyone dared hope.
Sky Almanac
Spy a razor-thin crescent Moon on the evening of April 11, then watch the next night as a slightly fatter crescent Moon passes Venus.
High-Impact Astrophotography
Here’s how to capture fine details in your planetary photos.
November’s Colorful Eclipse
Observers noted a wide range of colors on the face of last November’s eclipsed Moon.
Jupiter’s Magnificent Show
Backyard astronomers will love observing Jupiter’s active atmosphere as they prepare for the impact of Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9 in July.
Hats, Hockey Sticks, and Humpbacks
The spring sky will show you that not all edge-on galaxies look alike.
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