Ken Hewitt-White Author

Terence Dickinson, one of world’s best-loved amateur-astronomy writers, gained renown for unravelling the mysteries of the cosmos. His down-to-earth style made him the award-winning best-selling author of 14 astronomy books, including NightWatch, The Backyard Astronomer’s Guide, The Universe and Beyond and Hubble’s Universe. The cofounder and former editor of SkyNews magazine, Dickinson was a recipient of the Order of Canada and two honorary doctorates. Ken Hewitt-White has enjoyed a strong working relationship and friendship with Terence Dickinson for decades, founded on their mutual passion for the night sky. Currently a contributing editor at Sky & Telescope magazine, Hewitt-White was a longtime contributor to SkyNews magazine and the former director of Vancouver’s H. R. MacMillan Planetarium. A lecturer and writer, he has authored two books, taught dozens of astronomy courses and written countless articles. Hewitt-White lives with his wife Lynda in southern British Columbia, where they go stargazing in the mountains every summer.