Mark Kidger

An easy to read and enjoyable book. The author has a good knowledge of astronomy and is even handed in his treatment of the different astronomical theories of the star. There are also good bibliographic references if you want to take your studies further. It only has black&white illustrations and could be improved with colour.

While this is written by an astronomer it looks at the problems associated with the story found in Matthew Ch. 2 in a balanced way. And has no final answer.

Another pop intro to astronomy, seasoned with author's personal anecdotes.