Title: Star Atlas Containing Stars Visible to the Naked Eye and Clusters, Nebulae and Double Stars Visible in Small Telescopes, Together With Variable Stars, Constellation Figures and an Explanatory Text
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0365728233
ISBN 13: 9780365728238
Binding: HRD
Condition: New
Weight: 270 grams

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Synopsis

A practical, must-have star atlas for naked-eye and small-telescope observers .

This atlas presents star maps, constellations, and explanatory text to help you locate and study the sky with modest equipment. It combines readable guidance with detailed maps, including stars visible to the naked eye, clusters, nebulae, and notable double stars.

The book equips beginners and hobbyists with clear, hands-on instructions for finding objects in the night sky. You’ll learn how to use field of view, estimate distances on maps, and interpret the maps for both northern and southern hemispheres. It also explains how colors, magnification, and atmospheric conditions affect what you see, and it provides practical tips for focused observation and telescope setup.
What you’ll experience

Step-by-step guidance for locating objects using map references and right ascension/declination cues
A rich set of maps showing prominent constellations around the north and south poles, plus equatorial views
Information on colors, variable stars, and prominent colored stars, with charts indicating magnitudes
Practical study notes on telescope use, aperture effects, and how magnification relates to resolving double stars and faint objects
Defined lists and explanatory sections that connect the maps to real-sky observations

Key features

Maps I–VI covering major constellations and visible patterns, including circumpolar regions
Explanatory text on observing practices, star colors, and variable stars
Tables and notes that help you understand the brightness and color cues in the sky
Guidance for hemispheric viewing and how to adjust the atlas for your location

Ideal for readers of astronomy who enjoy hands-on sky watching, planetariums in print, and portable reference during field observations.

Ideal for beginners, amateur astronomers, students, and anyone who wants a clear, map-based path to the night sky.

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