Published in December 1957, this map is half of a two-part map of the heavens that appeared with the article "How Man-made Satellites Can Affect Our Lives." It shows the constellations and brightest stars as seen from both the northern and southern hemispheres and also includes information on the planets including their relative size.
The 1957 Heavens map side 1 features:• The northern sky and its constellations
• The southern sky and its constellations
• Where to look for the planets: 1958-1961
• Illustrations of 88 constellations, and illustrations and information about the Earth, the Moon, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn
• Relative size of the planets
• The Zodiac: Path of the Sun and Planets the year round
Coverage Area: Space
| Geography | Stars |
|---|---|
| Geotype | World |
| Map Type | Historical Maps |
| Publisher | National Geographic |
| Usage Type | Classroom Maps |