Atlas of Meteor Showers : A Practical Workbook for Meteor Observers

Philip M. Bagnall

ISBN 10: 303076642X / ISBN 13: 9783030766429

Published by Springer International Publishing, Springer Nature Switzerland, 2022

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Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - This atlas contains everything you need to know about meteor showers and how to observe them. It begins with the science behind these celestial fireworks, then equips you with all the practical knowledge you'll need to make the most of these wonderful astronomical events.The book is rich with illustrations, graphs and resources to assist your hobby. In addition, it includes downloadable radiant charts, report sheets, radiant altitude data, plotting charts and more, to help you locate each shower, record its activity and plot individual meteors during your nights of observation.Intended for amateurs of all levels and requiring no special equipment, this accessible Atlas of Meteor Showerswill hone your skills and keep you engaged throughout the year, no matter where you are in the world.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Atlas of Meteor Showers : A Practical Workbook for Meteor Observers
• Publisher: Springer International Publishing, Springer Nature Switzerland
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 303076642X
• ISBN 13: 9783030766429
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 254W x 178H x 18D millimeters 254 millimeters width by 178 millimeters height by 18 millimeters depth
• Weight: 905 grams

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Synopsis

This atlas contains everything you need to know about meteor showers and how to observe them. It begins with the science behind these celestial fireworks, then equips you with all the practical knowledge you’ll need to make the most of these wonderful astronomical events.

The book is rich with illustrations, graphs and resources to assist your hobby. In addition, it includes downloadable radiant charts, report sheets, radiant altitude data, plotting charts and more, to help you locate each shower, record its activity and plot individual meteors during your nights of observation.

Intended for amateurs of all levels and requiring no special equipment, this accessible Atlas of Meteor Showers will hone your skills and keep you engaged throughout the year, no matter where you are in the world.

About the Author

Phil Bagnall has pursued amateur astronomy and, in particular, meteor astronomy for more than 50 years. He is the author of The Meteorite & Tektite Collector’s Handbook (Willmann-Bell, 1991) and the Star Atlas Companion (Springer, 2012). Additionally, he was a long-time contributor to Astronomy magazine, particular on the subject of meteors and meteor showers. He has also written for science magazines such as New Scientist, Focus, Earth, and Science PROBE!