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Celestial Objects for Modern Telescopes: Practical Amateur Astronomy Volume 2
Michael A. Covington
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Description for Celestial Objects for Modern Telescopes: Practical Amateur Astronomy Volume 2
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.
Based on field notes made by the author during his own career as an amateur astronomer, this unique guide covers both the traditional and novel approaches to studying the night sky. In addition to the more standard techniques, it discusses the latest modern resources available to today's astronomer, such as personal computers, the Internet, and computerized telescopes. It includes practical advice on aspects such as site selection and weather; provides the reader with detailed instructions for observing the Sun, Moon, planets, and all types of deep-sky objects; and it introduces newer specialities such as satellite observing and the use of ... Read more
Based on field notes made by the author during his own career as an amateur astronomer, this unique guide covers both the traditional and novel approaches to studying the night sky. In addition to the more standard techniques, it discusses the latest modern resources available to today's astronomer, such as personal computers, the Internet, and computerized telescopes. It includes practical advice on aspects such as site selection and weather; provides the reader with detailed instructions for observing the Sun, Moon, planets, and all types of deep-sky objects; and it introduces newer specialities such as satellite observing and the use of ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
282
Condition
New
Number of Pages
282
Place of Publication
Cambridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780521524193
SKU
V9780521524193
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99-14
About Michael A. Covington
Michael Covington is one of America's leading amateur astronomers and the author of Astrophotography for the Amateur (0521641330).
Reviews for Celestial Objects for Modern Telescopes: Practical Amateur Astronomy Volume 2
'It is clear that the author has carried out a tremendous amount of personal observation and anyone working through the list will end up with a good knowledge of the night sky.' The Times Higher Education Supplement 'As an observing guide, Celestial Objects for Modern Telescopes is an excellent choice for those starting off in observational amateur astronomy and even ... Read more