Astronomical observation: observatories, equipment & methods
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Astronomical observation: observatories, equipment & methods
paperback. A Walk through the Southern Sky is a beautifully illustrated guide to the stars and constellations of the southern hemisphere. Illustrator(s): Tirion, Wil. Num Pages: 126 pages, 20 colour illus. 48 maps. BIC Classification: PGG; PHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 240 x 183 x 7. Weight in Grams: 298. A Guide to Stars, Constellations and Their Legends. 126 pages, 20 colour illus. 48 maps. Illustrator(s): Tirion, Wil. A Walk through the Southern Sky is a beautifully illustrated guide to the stars and constellations of the southern hemisphere. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: PGG; PHM. Dimension: 240 x 183 x 7. Weight: 298.
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Number of pages
- 126
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781107698987
- ISBN
- 9781107698987
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 45.99€ 38.64
€ 45.99
€ 38.64
Hardcover. .
- Publisher
- Centrala
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780993395123
- ISBN
- 9780993395123
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 13.11
€ 15.99
€ 13.11
Paperback. A resource that deals with satellite orbits, showing how the wide range of available orbits can be used in communications, positioning, remote-sensing, meteorology, and astronomy. Translator(s): Lyle, S. Num Pages: 564 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; TJKS; TTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 951.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer Editions France
- Number of pages
- 564
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9782287213175
- ISBN
- 9782287213175
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 157.72
€ 157.72
hardcover. Michael Rowan-Robinson provides a comprehensive history of infrared astronomy in this accessible and well-illustrated guide. Num Pages: 259 pages, 65 b/w illus. 30 colour illus. 1 table. BIC Classification: PGG. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 236 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 566.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 259
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781107024762
- ISBN
- 9781107024762
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 35.99€ 30.53
€ 35.99
€ 30.53
Paperback. Allows quick (and structured) identification of known aerial phenomena, whether at night or during the day. This book gives a description, physical explanation, and where relevant notes on observing and photographing the various phenomena. It approaches UFOs from a scientific standpoint. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 227 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 227
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781846285622
- ISBN
- 9781846285622
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 26.00
€ 29.99
€ 26.00
hardcover. This accessible handbook demonstrates how reflected light can be measured and used to investigate the properties of Solar System objects. Num Pages: 245 pages, 69 b/w illus. 8 tables 40 exercises. BIC Classification: PGG. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 228 x 152. .
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781107131743
- ISBN
- 9781107131743
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 64.18€ 63.97
€ 64.18
€ 63.97
Paperback.
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 673
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- 2010th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781441917768
- ISBN
- 9781441917768
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 52.76
€ 52.76
paperback. This two volume set aims to provide the amateur astronomer with all the information required to set up a telescope and explore the night sky. It includes trouble-shooting advice, practical tips for observing over 200 celestial objects, and information about products and resouces, Num Pages: 522 pages. BIC Classification: PGG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 190 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1220.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 522
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9780521524209
- ISBN
- 9780521524209
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 98.02€ 88.28
€ 98.02
€ 88.28
Paperback. Num Pages: 352 pages, 5 colour tables, 269 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: AJG; PGG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 279 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1602.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781138922860
- ISBN
- 9781138922860
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 57.21
€ 57.21
Paperback. A book for amateur astronomers that injects fun into a stimulating hobby. Complex subject matter is made easy and entertaining to read. Each chapter includes a series of observing challenges that will entertain and push the reader to continually higher levels of achievement. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 292 pages, 50 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 16. Weight in Grams: 950.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387307763
- ISBN
- 9780387307763
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 34.17
€ 36.99
€ 34.17
paperback. A unique guide introducing the latest modern resources available to amateur observers. Num Pages: 282 pages, 90 b/w illus. 16 tables. BIC Classification: PGG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 189 x 14. Weight in Grams: 656.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 282
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521524193
- ISBN
- 9780521524193
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 54.84€ 52.28
€ 54.84
€ 52.28
paperback. The first handbook that describes how to start observing the sky with a computerized telescope. Num Pages: 240 pages, 110 b/w illus. 7 tables. BIC Classification: PGG; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 190 x 13. Weight in Grams: 522.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780521007900
- ISBN
- 9780521007900
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 59.51€ 58.82
€ 59.51
€ 58.82
Paperback. This book de-mystifies the jargon of webcams and computer processing, and provides detailed hints and tips for imaging the Sun, Moon and planets with a webcam. It demonstrates how inexpensive technologies are revolutionizing imaging Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 230 pages, 60 black & white illustrations, 20 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGG. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 16. Weight in Grams: 362.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2006th Edition
- Number of pages
- 244
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781846281976
- ISBN
- 9781846281976
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 32.98
€ 40.99
€ 32.98
Paperback. This book is a unique guide to supernova facts, and it is also an observing/discovery guide, all in one package. It is the only book about supernovae that explains to amateur astronomers what they are, and how to observe and discover them. Series: Astronomers' Observing Guides. Num Pages: 209 pages, 115 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; PGM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 175 x 11. Weight in Grams: 458.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 209
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387352572
- ISBN
- 9780387352572
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 29.63
€ 34.99
€ 29.63
Paperback. Focusing on the aspects of Galileo's scientific life that extended beyond court culture and patronage, this title offers an account of the different systems of exchanges, communication, and credibility at work in Galileo's career. It is intended for readers interested in the history of astronomy and the history of science in general. Num Pages: 316 pages, 16 halftones, 3 line drawings. BIC Classification: PDX; PGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 17. Weight in Grams: 434.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226045627
- ISBN
- 9780226045627
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 27.12
€ 34.99
€ 27.12
hardcover. Written for postgraduates and researchers, this is an up-to-date survey of astrophysical maser sources and their use as astronomical tools. Series: Cambridge Astrophysics. Num Pages: 430 pages, 58 b/w illus. 10 tables. BIC Classification: PGG; PHVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 252 x 179 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1028. Series: Cambridge Astrophysics. 430 pages, 58 b/w illus. 10 tables. Written for postgraduates and researchers, this is an up-to-date survey of astrophysical maser sources and their use as astronomical tools. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. BIC Classification: PGG; PHVB. Dimension: 252 x 179 x 26. Weight: 1028.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 430
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521879804
- ISBN
- 9780521879804
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 161.04
€ 161.04
Paperback. A personal account of the evolution of millimeter-wave astronomy at the US National Radio Astronomy Observatory. The author recounts the behind-the-scenes activities of the staff from the beginnings at Kitt Peak to the closing of the Tuscon offices. Series: Astrophysics and Space Science Library. Num Pages: 238 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBBWZ; PGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 343.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 2005
- Number of pages
- 238
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048168224
- ISBN
- 9789048168224
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 122.35
€ 122.35
Hardback. An account of the evolution of millimeter-wave astronomy at the US National Radio Astronomy Observatory. It recounts the behind-the-scenes activities of the staff from the beginnings at Kitt Peak to the closing of the Tuscon offices. Series: Astrophysics and Space Science Library. Num Pages: 238 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBBWZ; PGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 514.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 238
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402032356
- ISBN
- 9781402032356
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 126.92
€ 126.92
Paperback. A guide for those who want to understand more than just the basics of astronomical telescopes and accessories, and how to maintain them in the peak of condition. It focuses on safely adjusting, cleaning, and maintaining your equipment. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 252 pages, 82 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 416.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 252
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781852337155
- ISBN
- 9781852337155
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 133.05
€ 133.05
paperback. A guide to the Kitt Peak telescopes. Num Pages: 118 pages, 2 b/w illus. 86 colour illus. BIC Classification: PGG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 9. Weight in Grams: 147.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 118
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521006521
- ISBN
- 9780521006521
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 21.40
€ 25.99
€ 21.40
Hardback. This is the revised and expanded third edition of Lena et al.'s successful work Observational Astrophysics. It presents a synthesis on tools and methods of observational astrophysics of the early 21st century, and touches upon new windows of astronomy. Translator(s): Lyle, Stephen N. Series: Astronomy and Astrophysics Library. Num Pages: 719 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; PHVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1262.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 3 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 719
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642218149
- ISBN
- 9783642218149
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 222.64
€ 222.64
Paperback. Translator(s): Lyle, S. Series: Astronomy and Astrophysics Library. Num Pages: 527 pages, 67 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; PHVB; PHVG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 27. Weight in Grams: 807.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- 2nd ed. Softcover of orig. ed. 1998
- Number of pages
- 527
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642083365
- ISBN
- 9783642083365
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 151.08
€ 151.08
Paperback. For anyone considering buying a high-end Meade telescope, this book offers an experienced user's guide to what can actually be achieved with it. It also offers a guide to the many software packages available to aid optimizing and actually using the scope. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 236 pages, 85 black & white illustrations, 15 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2010th Edition
- Number of pages
- 191
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781441917744
- ISBN
- 9781441917744
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 38.07
€ 46.99
€ 38.07
Paperback. This book shows the most cost-effective and time-efficient ways to use one-shot CCD cameras for capturing deep-sky astronomical images, and discusses how to get the best performance out of equipment that exposes all three color images at once. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 211 pages, 78 black & white illustrations, 20 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; WNX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 9. Weight in Grams: 320.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2012th Edition
- Number of pages
- 255
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461432463
- ISBN
- 9781461432463
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 32.73
€ 38.99
€ 32.73