The constellation observing atlas /
Designed for anyone who wishes to learn the constellations or observe the best and brightest deep sky objects and double stars, this book contains an alphabetical list of constellations complete with star maps, historical background, and highlights of deep sky objects. Each entry contains position a...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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New York, NY
Springer New York
2013.
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| Series: | The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series
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| Online Access: | Click here to view the full text content |
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| Summary: | Designed for anyone who wishes to learn the constellations or observe the best and brightest deep sky objects and double stars, this book contains an alphabetical list of constellations complete with star maps, historical background, and highlights of deep sky objects. Each entry contains position and physical information on enough stars to support astronomers in star-hopping, swinging the telescope from star to star to star to arrive at a faint target. It provides a carefully selected list of accessible and rewarding deep sky objects. Full-color maps show the constellations, with star types (spectral and physical) indicated by the colors used on the map. Extended objects such as galaxies and nebulae are shown with the approximate apparent size in the sky. With unmatched thoroughness and accessibility, this is a constellation atlas that makes the ideal companion to a night's telescope viewing, for novices and expert amateur astronomers alike. Easy to navigate and refer to, it is the key that unlocks the door to greater night sky exploration. |
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| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (XV, 221 pages) 121 illustration, 111 illustration in colour. |
| ISBN: | 9781461476481 |
| ISSN: | 1431-9756 |