The Observer's Guide to Astronomy: Volume 1 (Practical Astronomy Handbooks, Series Number 4) - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 052137068X ISBN 13: 9780521370684

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1994

Synopsis

This guide provides comprehensive practical information for both beginning and advanced amateur astronomers on how to make scientifically significant observations. The book explains in detail how to observe every conceivable astronomical object--from meteors to distant galaxies. It presents a wide variety of methods ranging from the simplest visual observations, such as making pencil drawings of the surface of the Moon, to the use of highly sophisticated equipment, such as CCD cameras and photoelectric photometers. It also explains how to record and catalog observations using recognized professional terminology and classification schemes. The volume's emphasis throughout is on giving amateur astronomers sound information to use at the telescope. The most effective and efficient techniques are presented so that observers can apply those that are most suitable to their own equipment and degree of experience. This comprehensive survey of practical methods of observation will develop the observational skills of the avid novice and will also satisfy the more demanding needs of the experienced amateur astronomer.

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Book Description

From pencil drawings of the moon to observations with CCD cameras and photoelectric photometers of the most distant galaxies, this guide is filled with practical tips for amateur astronomers. Sound practical methods of observation are supplemented with scientific explanations.

Language Notes

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: French

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1994
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 052137068X
• ISBN 13: 9780521370684
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 610
• Editor: Martinez Patrick