A Complete Manual of Amateur Astron: Tools and Techniques for Astronomical Observations Book

"The author has done a fine job in suggesting to the amateur astronomer many stimulating and important projects that can be undertaken with modest equipment...This book, together with its many useful tables and biographical references, should be a valuable volume in the libraries of most serious amateur astronomers."--Sten Odenwald, Harvard Observatory This concise, highly readable book provides amateur and student astronomers with the practical knowledge needed to observe and explore a myriad of fascinating phenomena and engage in numerous experiments and projects. From learning how to use telescopes and astronomical photography to studying planetary rotations, supernovae, and spectacular meteor showers, this book covers a broad range of topics. Contents include selecting a telescope, setting it up and maintaining it; amateur studies of the sun; lunar topography and occultations; observations of Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, the minor planets and the stars; and an introduction to photoelectric photometry. 1981 ed. 124 figures. 26 halftones. 37 tables.Read More