Celestial Objects For Common Telescopes (1881)

Celestial Objects For Common Telescopes is a comprehensive guide to astronomy and the use of telescopes, written by Thomas William Webb and first published in 1881. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of astronomy, the anatomy of telescopes, and the observation of celestial objects such as stars, planets, and nebulas. It also includes detailed descriptions of various astronomical phenomena, such as eclipses and meteor showers, and provides tips for amateur astronomers on how to best observe them. Webb's book is considered a classic in the field of astronomy, and is still widely read and referenced by amateur and professional astronomers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This 1859 astronomy guide gave amateur stargazers important directions on the use of the telescope and constituted an invaluable field guide to the heavens. It continued to be popular for decades following its initial publication and remains a classic work in the field.