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Observing Variable Stars, Novae and Supernovae
Gerald North
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Description for Observing Variable Stars, Novae and Supernovae
hardcover. Instructs amateur astronomers in observing and monitoring variable stars and other objects of variable brightness. Num Pages: 242 pages, 91 b/w illus. BIC Classification: PGM; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 196 x 18. Weight in Grams: 720.
Variable stars can be fascinating objects to study. This complete practical guide and resource package instructs amateur astronomers in observing and monitoring variable stars and other objects of variable brightness. Descriptions of the objects are accompanied by explanations of the background astrophysics, providing readers with a real insight into what they are observing at the telescope. The main instrumental requirements for observing and estimating the brightness of objects by visual means and by CCD photometry are detailed, and there is advice on the selection of equipment. The book contains a CD-ROM packed with resources, including hundreds of light-curves and over ... Read more
Variable stars can be fascinating objects to study. This complete practical guide and resource package instructs amateur astronomers in observing and monitoring variable stars and other objects of variable brightness. Descriptions of the objects are accompanied by explanations of the background astrophysics, providing readers with a real insight into what they are observing at the telescope. The main instrumental requirements for observing and estimating the brightness of objects by visual means and by CCD photometry are detailed, and there is advice on the selection of equipment. The book contains a CD-ROM packed with resources, including hundreds of light-curves and over ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
242
Condition
New
Number of Pages
242
Place of Publication
Cambridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780521820479
SKU
V9780521820479
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Ref
99-12
About Gerald North
Gerlad North is a freelance astronomer and writer based in Norfolk, UK.
Reviews for Observing Variable Stars, Novae and Supernovae
'If you are interested in this fascinating and practical branch of amateur astronomy, Observing Variable Stars, Novae, and Supernovae is the best place to start.' Astronomy and Space 'Once again, his clear concise style has shown through and this is another book I can recommend.' The Journal of the British Astronomical Association 'This book, including the accompanying CD-ROM, fills a ... Read more