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Advanced Amateur Astronomy Book

For the amateur astronomer who is bored with constellation spotting and elementary observing, this indispensable guide will put new zest into nights under starlit skies. It takes the observer onto more detailed and advanced practical work in astronomy,with chapters on astrophotography, electronic imaging, spectroscopy and radio astronomy. The specialised knowledge is applied to the full range of celestial bodies accessible by telescope: the solar system, stars and galaxies.Read More

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  • Product Description

    Packed with information and explanations, this is a guide for the amateur astronomer who wants to increase the pleasure of his/her hobby as well as learn how to make scientific contributions of real and lasting value. It takes the amateur astronomer from basic topics to more advanced practical work. Detailed appraisals of telescope types and available equipment (including lists of equipment suppliers) are given with an analysis of their strengths and weaknesses, and tips on how to adjust and diagnose faults. Each of the main observing topics is covered in detail including - astrophotography with the camera and through the telescope, lunar observation, observation of the terrestial planets, the gas-giant planets, the Sun, meteors, aurorae, comets, asteroids, nebulae, galaxies, stars and more. The more common observing types are outlined as well as specialized techniques such as radio astronomy and spectroscopy.

  • 0748602534
  • 9780748602537
  • Gerald North
  • 5 September 1991
  • Edinburgh University Press
  • Hardcover (Book)
  • 300
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