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The Amateur Astronomer
Author | : Patrick Moore |
Publsiher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
Total Pages | : 293 |
Release | : 2006-07-31 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 9781846282867 |
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This 2000 Edition of Sir Patrick Moore’s classic book has been completely revised in the light of changes in technology. Not only do these changes include commercially available astronomical telescopes and software, but also what we know and understand about the universe. There are many new photographs and illustrations. Packs a great deal of valuable information into appendices which make up almost half the book. These are hugely comprehensive and provide hints and tips, as well as data (year 2000 onwards) for pretty well every aspect of amateur astronomy. This is probably the only book in which all this information is collected in one place.
The Modern Amateur Astronomer
Author | : Patrick Moore |
Publsiher | : Copernicus |
Total Pages | : 180 |
Release | : 1995 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : STANFORD:36105018314760 |
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Here is a comprehensive guide for every amateur astronomer who hopes to do more than just star-gaze. If you already own an astronomical telescope and want to know how to use it to the best effect, or if you are thinking about buying one and are wondering where to start, this this is the book for you.
Amateur Astronomer s Handbook
Author | : John Benson Sidgwick,R. C. Gamble |
Publsiher | : Courier Corporation |
Total Pages | : 598 |
Release | : 1980-01-01 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 0486240347 |
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Timeless, comprehensive coverage of telescopes, mirrors, lenses, mountings, telescope drives, micrometers, spectroscopes, more. ". . . highly recommended for very serious nonprofessional astronomers." — A Guide to the Literature of Astronomy. 189 illustrations. Reprint of 1971 edition.
Through the Telescope A Guide for the Amateur Astronomer Revised Edition
Author | : Patricia Barnes-Svarney,Michael Porcellino |
Publsiher | : McGraw-Hill |
Total Pages | : 330 |
Release | : 2000 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : UCSC:32106014162488 |
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In the ten years since this award-winning book was originally written by Michael Porcellino, the field of astronomy and its discoveries has grown by leaps and bounds. From the astounding images sent back by the Hubble Space Telescope, to the bright comet Hale-Bopp from the fleet of Martian probes, to the long-distance explorations of the Moon, Jupiter, Venus and Saturn--the universe has become more accessible than ever. And thanks to this revised and thoroughly updated new edition by astronomer and science writer, Patricia Barnes-Svarney, anyone with an interest can delve into its wonders. From the very close up to the far reaches of space, THROUGH THE TELESCOPE presents a uniquely "user-friendly" view of the universe, and offers both novice and advanced amateur astronomers some of the best tools available to watch the nighttime skies. You’ll learn all about: * Setting up a good, user-friendly telescope system * How to look at the universe in order to really see it * Upgrading your telescope for peak performance * How to spot a star cluster, a nebulaÖeven a supernova * Forming your own network of amateur astronomers. Complete with a web site appendix and fully updated charts on eclipses and planetary oppositions well into the year 2000, this edition of an acclaimed book will be an invaluable users guide for aspiring astronomers entering the new millennium.
Scientific American The Amateur Astronomer
Author | : Shawn Carlson |
Publsiher | : Turner Publishing Company |
Total Pages | : 355 |
Release | : 2008-05-02 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 9780470351130 |
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From the longest running column in Scientific American's history comes this collection of fascinating projects for amateur astronomers For over seventy years, "The Amateur Scientist" column in Scientific American has helped people explore their world and make original discoveries. This collection of both classic and recent articles presents projects for amateur astronomers at all levels. Hands-on astronomy fans will find how to build inexpensive astronomical instruments using ordinary shop-tools. From making a telescope to predicting satellite orbits to detecting the chemical composition of faraway stars, this book has something for everyone interested in practical astronomy.
The Amateur Astronomer s Handbook
Author | : James Muirden |
Publsiher | : HarperCollins Publishers |
Total Pages | : 484 |
Release | : 1987 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 0060914262 |
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Contains all the necessary information for establishing an amateur observatory plus the techniques of actual observation.
A Complete Manual of Amateur Astronomy
Author | : P. Clay Sherrod,Thomas L. Koed |
Publsiher | : Courier Corporation |
Total Pages | : 340 |
Release | : 2012-11-13 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 9780486152165 |
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Concise, highly readable book discusses the selection, set-up, and maintenance of a telescope; amateur studies of the sun; lunar topography and occultations; and more. 124 figures. 26 halftones. 37 tables.
The Backyard Astronomer s Guide
Author | : Terence Dickinson,Alan Dyer |
Publsiher | : Firefly Books |
Total Pages | : 416 |
Release | : 2021-09-15 |
Genre | : Electronic Book |
ISBN | : 0228103274 |
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The touchstone for contemporary stargazers. This classic, groundbreaking guide has been the go-to field guide for both beginning and experienced amateur astronomers for nearly 30 years. The fourth edition brings Terence Dickinson and Alan Dyer's invaluable manual completely up-to-date. Setting a new standard for astronomy guides, it will serve as the touchstone for the next generation of stargazers as well as longtime devotees. Technology and astronomical understanding are evolving at a breathtaking clip, and to reflect the latest information about observing techniques and equipment, this massively revised and expanded edition has been completely rebuilt (an additional 48 pages brings the page count to 416). Illustrated throughout with all-new photographs and star charts, this edition boasts a refreshed design and features five brand-new chapters, including three essential essays on binocular, telescope and Moon tours by renowned astronomy writer Ken Hewitt-White. With new content on naked-eye sky sights, LED lighting technology, WiFi-enabled telescopes and the latest advances in binoculars, telescopes and other astronomical gear, the fourth edition of The Backyard Astronomer's Guide is sure to become an indispensable reference for all levels of stargazers. New techniques for observing the Sun, the Moon and solar and lunar eclipses are an especially timely addition, given the upcoming solar eclipses in 2023 and 2024. Rounding out these impressive offerings are new sections on dark sky reserves, astro-tourism, modern astrophotography and cellphone astrophotography, making this book an enduring must-have guide for anyone looking to improve his or her astronomical viewing experience. The Backyard Astronomer's Guide also features a foreword by Dr. Sara Seager, a Canadian-American astrophysicist and planetary scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and an internationally recognized expert in the search for exoplanets.