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The Complete Guide to the Herschel Objects

Author : Mark Bratton
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1107376858
Total Pages : 593 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (73 download)

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Download or read book The Complete Guide to the Herschel Objects written by Mark Bratton and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2011-09-15 with total page 593 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sir William Herschel's contributions to astronomy during the late eighteenth century are unrivalled. His lasting legacy is his dedicated all-sky survey of star clusters and nebulae, and these objects continue to be among the most studied in the night sky. This unique book provides a complete re-examination of Herschel's entire catalogue of non-stellar discoveries, making it the most accurate and up-to-date reference of its kind. Retrace the footsteps of one of history's greatest astronomers and explore every one of Herschel's landmark discoveries, including those considered to be lost or non-existent. Read detailed notes about each object's appearance and physical characteristics, and view hundreds of photos of the most intriguing Herschel objects, along with dozens of sketches of what is visible at the eyepiece. This superb book is a must-have for amateur astronomers seeking new and exciting observing challenges, and as the ultimate reference on the Herschel objects.

The Herschel Objects and How to Observe Them

Author : James Mullaney
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 0387681248
Total Pages : 180 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (876 download)

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Book Synopsis The Herschel Objects and How to Observe Them by : James Mullaney

Download or read book The Herschel Objects and How to Observe Them written by James Mullaney and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2007-08-22 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Amateur astronomers are always on the lookout for new observing challenges. This exciting book retraces the steps of the greatest visual observer and celestial explorer who ever lived. This is a practical guide to locating and viewing the most impressive of Herschel’s star clusters, nebulae and galaxies, cataloging more than 600 of the brightest objects, and offering detailed descriptions and images of 150 to 200 of the best.

Herschel 400 Observing Guide

Author : Stephen James O'Meara
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780521858939
Total Pages : 388 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (589 download)

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Book Synopsis Herschel 400 Observing Guide by : Stephen James O'Meara

Download or read book Herschel 400 Observing Guide written by Stephen James O'Meara and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2007-06-14 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Steve O'Meara's guide to the Herschel 400 for amateur astronomers.

The Cambridge Atlas of Herschel Objects

Author : James Mullaney
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780521138178
Total Pages : 190 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (381 download)

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Book Synopsis The Cambridge Atlas of Herschel Objects by : James Mullaney

Download or read book The Cambridge Atlas of Herschel Objects written by James Mullaney and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2011-01-27 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This all-purpose star atlas is the first of its kind devoted to observing the Herschel objects with binoculars and telescopes. It displays over 2500 of the most visually attractive star clusters, nebulae and galaxies that were discovered by Sir William, Caroline and Sir John Herschel. Covering the entire sky from the North to the South Celestial Pole, and showing all 88 constellations, it is also a general sky atlas showing variable, double and multiple stars, and the Milky Way. Written by experienced observer James Mullaney and illustrated by renowned celestial cartographer Wil Tirion, this is a magnificent 'celestial roadmap' to some of the finest deep-sky showpieces. Spiral bound and printed in red-light friendly colors for use at a telescope, with color-coded symbols for easy recognition and identification, this is a must-have observing reference for all amateur observers. Additional resources, including a target list ordered by Herschel designation, are available to download from www.cambridge.org/9780521138178.

Deep-Sky Companions: The Caldwell Objects

Author : Stephen James O'Meara
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1107083974
Total Pages : 577 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (7 download)

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Book Synopsis Deep-Sky Companions: The Caldwell Objects by : Stephen James O'Meara

Download or read book Deep-Sky Companions: The Caldwell Objects written by Stephen James O'Meara and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2016-09-26 with total page 577 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Appendix C William Herschel: the greatest visual observer of all time - by Larry Mitchell -- Appendix D Image credits -- Index

Atlas of the Messier Objects

Author : Ronald Stoyan
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1009364049
Total Pages : 374 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (93 download)

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Download or read book Atlas of the Messier Objects written by Ronald Stoyan and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2024-03-28 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first edition of this stunning reference atlas was hailed as the most comprehensive, detailed, and beautiful account of the Messier objects then available. The second edition of the Atlas continues this trend, with thoroughly updated astrophysical, historical, and observational information and new large-scale color photos for every object.

Deep-Sky Companions: The Secret Deep

Author : Stephen James O'Meara
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1139500074
Total Pages : 499 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (395 download)

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Book Synopsis Deep-Sky Companions: The Secret Deep by : Stephen James O'Meara

Download or read book Deep-Sky Companions: The Secret Deep written by Stephen James O'Meara and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2011-06-30 with total page 499 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this fresh list, Stephen James O'Meara presents 109 new objects for stargazers to observe. The Secret Deep list contains many exceptional objects, including a planetary nebula whose last thermal pulse produced a circumstellar shell similar to the one expected in the final days of our Sun's life; a piece of the only supernova remnant known visible to the unaided eye; the flattest galaxy known; the largest edge-on galaxy in the heavens; the brightest quasar; and the companion star to one of the first black hole candidates ever discovered. Each object is accompanied by beautiful photographs and sketches, original finder charts, visual histories and up-to-date astrophysical information to enrich the observing experience. Featuring galaxies, clusters and nebulae not covered in other Deep-Sky Companions books, this is a wonderful addition to the series and an essential guide for any deep-sky observer.

Faint Objects and How to Observe Them

Author : Brian Cudnik
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1441967575
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (419 download)

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Book Synopsis Faint Objects and How to Observe Them by : Brian Cudnik

Download or read book Faint Objects and How to Observe Them written by Brian Cudnik and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-09-18 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Faint Objects and How to Observe Them is for visual observers who are equipped with a 10-inch or larger astronomical telescope and who want to "go deep" with their observing. It provides a guide to some of the most distant, dim, and rarely observed objects in the sky, supported by background information on surveys and objects lists - some familiar, such as Caldwell, and some not so familiar. This book not only provides a wealth of experience compiled from several sources, but it also gives an historical background to surveys whose names may or may not be familiar to most amateur astronomers. Finally, it includes a listing of the many galaxy clusters out there, from "nearby" ones such as Stefan's Quintet to some of the most distant groups observable through the largest telescopes.

Observing and Cataloguing Nebulae and Star Clusters

Author : Wolfgang Steinicke
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1139490109
Total Pages : 661 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (394 download)

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Book Synopsis Observing and Cataloguing Nebulae and Star Clusters by : Wolfgang Steinicke

Download or read book Observing and Cataloguing Nebulae and Star Clusters written by Wolfgang Steinicke and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2010-08-19 with total page 661 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Providing the first comprehensive historical study of the New General Catalogue, this book is an important resource to all those interested in the history of modern astronomy and visual deep-sky observing. It covers the people, observatories, instruments and methods involved in nineteenth-century visual deep-sky observing, as well as prominent deep-sky objects.

Deep-Sky Companions: Southern Gems

Author : Stephen James O'Meara
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1107015014
Total Pages : 481 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (7 download)

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Book Synopsis Deep-Sky Companions: Southern Gems by : Stephen James O'Meara

Download or read book Deep-Sky Companions: Southern Gems written by Stephen James O'Meara and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2013-04-08 with total page 481 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Southern Gems, Stephen James O'Meara makes a detour beneath the southern skies, presenting a fresh list of 120 deep-sky objects for southern hemisphere stargazers to observe. Showcasing many exceptional objects catalogued by the pioneering observer James Dunlop, known as the 'Messier of the southern skies', all are visible through small- to moderate-sized telescopes or binoculars under dark skies. The list features some of the blackest dark nebulae, icy blue planetary nebulae, and magnificent galaxies of all types. Each object is accompanied by beautiful photographs and sketches, original finder charts, visual histories, and up-to-date astrophysical background information. Whether you live in the southern hemisphere or are just visiting, this new Deep-Sky Companion will make a perfect observing partner, whatever your background. There is no other southern sky guide like it on the market.

Cosmic Challenge

Author : Philip S. Harrington
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 113949368X
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (394 download)

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Download or read book Cosmic Challenge written by Philip S. Harrington and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2010-10-21 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Listing more than 500 sky targets, both near and far, in 187 challenges, this observing guide will test novice astronomers and advanced veterans alike. Its unique mix of Solar System and deep-sky targets will have observers hunting for the Apollo lunar landing sites, searching for satellites orbiting the outermost planets, and exploring hundreds of star clusters, nebulae, distant galaxies, and quasars. Each target object is accompanied by a rating indicating how difficult the object is to find, an in-depth visual description, an illustration showing how the object realistically looks, and a detailed finder chart to help you find each challenge quickly and effectively. The guide introduces objects often overlooked in other observing guides and features targets visible in a variety of conditions, from the inner city to the dark countryside. Challenges are provided for the naked eye, through binoculars and the largest backyard telescopes.

David Levy's Guide to Variable Stars

Author : David H. Levy
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780521608602
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (86 download)

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Book Synopsis David Levy's Guide to Variable Stars by : David H. Levy

Download or read book David Levy's Guide to Variable Stars written by David H. Levy and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2005-12-15 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this highly accessible book David Levy teaches the reader how variable stars work, and how to observe them.

Discoverers of the Universe

Author : Michael Hoskin
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 1400838126
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (8 download)

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Download or read book Discoverers of the Universe written by Michael Hoskin and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2011-01-10 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A biography of the brother and sister who helped found modern astronomy Discoverers of the Universe tells the gripping story of William Herschel, the brilliant, fiercely ambitious, emotionally complex musician and composer who became court astronomer to Britain's King George III, and of William's sister, Caroline, who assisted him in his observations of the night sky and became an accomplished astronomer in her own right. Together, they transformed our view of the universe from the unchanging, mechanical creation of Newton's clockmaker god to the ever-evolving, incredibly dynamic cosmos that it truly is. William was in his forties when his amateur observations using a homemade telescope led to his discovery of Uranus, and an invitation to King George's court. He coined the term "asteroid," discovered infrared radiation, was the first to realize that our solar system is moving through space, discovered 2,500 nebulae that form the basis of the catalog astronomers use today, and was unrivalled as a telescope builder. Caroline shared William's passion for astronomy, recording his observations during night watches and organizing his papers for publication. She was the first salaried woman astronomer in history, a pioneer who herself discovered nine comets and became a role model for women in the sciences. Written by the world's premier expert on the Herschels, Discoverers of the Universe traces William and Caroline's many extraordinary contributions to astronomy, shedding new light on their productive but complicated relationship, and setting their scientific achievements in the context of their personal struggles, larger-than-life ambitions, bitter disappointments, and astonishing triumphs.

The Discovery of Cosmic Voids

Author : Laird A. Thompson
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1108858481
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (88 download)

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Download or read book The Discovery of Cosmic Voids written by Laird A. Thompson and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2020-12-10 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The large-scale structure of the Universe is dominated by vast voids with galaxies clustered in knots, sheets, and filaments, forming a great 'cosmic web'. In this personal account of the major astronomical developments leading to this discovery, we learn from Laird A. Thompson, a key protagonist, how the first 3D maps of galaxies were created. Using non-mathematical language, he introduces the standard model of cosmology before explaining how and why ideas about cosmic voids evolved, referencing the original maps, reproduced here. His account tells of the competing teams of observers, racing to publish their results, the theorists trying to build or update their models to explain them, and the subsequent large-scale survey efforts that continue to the present day. This is a well-documented account of the birth of a major pillar of modern cosmology, and a useful case study of the trials surrounding how this scientific discovery became accepted.

The Cambridge Atlas of Herschel Objects

Author : James Mullaney
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1139495712
Total Pages : 191 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (394 download)

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Download or read book The Cambridge Atlas of Herschel Objects written by James Mullaney and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This superb, all-purpose star atlas is the first of its kind devoted to observing the Herschel objects with binoculars and telescopes. It displays over 2500 of the most visually-attractive star clusters, nebulae and galaxies that were discovered by Sir William, Caroline and Sir John Herschel, and is a must-have for stargazers who want to explore these fascinating objects. Covering the entire sky from the North to the South Celestial Pole, and showing all 88 constellations, it is also a general sky atlas showing variable, double and multiple stars, and the Milky Way. Written by experienced observer James Mullaney and illustrated by renowned celestial cartographer Wil Tirion, this is a magnificent 'celestial roadmap' to some of the finest deep-sky showpieces. Spiral bound and printed in red-light friendly colors for use at a telescope, with color-coded symbols for easy recognition and identification, this is an all-purpose observing reference for all amateur observers. Additional resources, including a target list ordered by Herschel designation, are available to download from www.cambridge.org/9780521138178.

The Observing Guide to the Messier Marathon

Author : Don Machholz
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780521803861
Total Pages : 342 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (38 download)

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Download or read book The Observing Guide to the Messier Marathon written by Don Machholz and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2002-10-10 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Messier Catalogue is a list of one hundred and ten galaxies, star clusters and nebulae, and includes many of the brightest and best-known objects in the sky. Amateur astronomers who find all the objects on the list in one night have successfully completed the Messier Marathon. The Observing Guide to the Messier Marathon contains over 90 easy-to-use star maps to guide the observer from one object to the next, and provides tips for a successful night of observing. Don Machholz also tells the story of the eighteenth-century astronomer, Charles Messier, and how he came to compile his extensive catalogue. His complete guide to the Messier Marathon will help the amateur astronomer to observe the Messier Objects throughout the year, using a small telescope or even a pair of binoculars. Don Machholz is an engineer in Auburn, California. Interested in astronomy since childhood, he is a renowned comet hunter, having discovered nine comets that bear his name. He writes articles for local California newspapers and radio stations for special astronomical events. Between 1988 and 2000, Don Machholz was the Comets Recorder for the Association of Lunar and Planetary Recorders.

Nebulae Star Clusters Galaxies

Author : Wolfgang Steinicke
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN 13 : 3749451788
Total Pages : 162 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (494 download)

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Download or read book Nebulae Star Clusters Galaxies written by Wolfgang Steinicke and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2019-05-23 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nebulae, star clusters, and galaxies are outside our solar system. They belong to the 'deep sky' and lead the observer to great distances and at the same time the view goes far into the past. The light of the most distant galaxies took billions of years to reach us. No less fascinating is our home galaxy, the Milky Way, offering many bright nebulae and star clusters. The book covers three important topics related to deep-sky objects: history, astrophysics, and observation. When beginners observe an object visually, not knowing anything about it, they will only perceive a faint spot of light - nothing really exciting. So, to get the right 'cosmic' feeling, the view should be enriched with stories about the object's discovery, distance, physical nature, or evolution. Supplied with this kind of information, deep-sky observing becomes a fascinating activity - braving the cold and darkness. Over time, advanced fields such as observation techniques or astrophotography come into play. The book informs the reader about all these topics and offers a comprehensive collection of interesting targets.