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Observing the Moon: The Modern Astronomer's Guide
 
 

Observing the Moon: The Modern Astronomer's Guide (Hardcover)

by Gerald North (Author) "Feverishly excited, I sat cross-legged in front of the family television set and watched the fuzzy, indistinct, shapes of Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin moving..." (more)
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  • Hardcover: 392 pages
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press; illustrated edition edition (27 Jul 2000)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0521622743
  • ISBN-13: 978-0521622745
  • Product Dimensions: 24.9 x 19.3 x 3.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,035,025 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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    #25 in  Books > Science & Nature > Astronomy & Cosmology > Solar System > The Moon
    #76 in  Books > Scientific, Technical & Medical > Astronomy & Cosmology > Astronomical Charts & Atlases
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‘Observing the Moon is a beautifully produced, well illustrated, and thorough guide to the techniques of lunar observations, as well as being a detailed A to Z (well Agarum and Albategnius to Wargentin and Wichmann actually) of the more interesting features of the lunar landscape. Huge enjoyment can be obtained from studying our nearest celestial neighbour, and this book will help to improve your technique. David W. Hughes, The Observatory

‘North is full of useful information for Backyard astronomers who would like to move to the next level in their observations of the earth’s satellite … Key advantages of North’s volume include its practical focus - e.g. lots of advice on the strengths and weaknesses of various types of equipment - and its mix of vivid photographs and clarifying maps and charts.’ Booklist

‘Guided by this book amateurs can undertake observations of real scientific usefulness and thus can make their own contributions to the understanding of our Moon.’ Orion (Société Astronomique de Suisse)

‘North is an experienced lunar astronomer, and it shows … Observing the Moon will certainly help you on your way to make the most of your time behind the telescope.’ Sarah Dunkin, Physics World

‘Observing the Moon is a pretty comprehensive guide to beginning lunar observation and recommended reading.’ Astronomy and Space

‘He advises the novice observer based on his own extensive experience, and he includes a brief review of lunar science from Apollo to Lunar Prospector. North richly illustrates his 48 crater descriptions with drawings, amateur and professional photographs, and spacecraft images … I do recommend North’s observing guide as visually pleasing, meaty, easy to read.’ Sky & Telescope

‘The latest in a long and venerable collection of astronomy titles from Cambridge University.’ Bloomsbury Review


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Written by an experienced and well-known lunar observer, this is a ‘hands-on’ primer for the aspiring observer of the Moon. Whether you are a novice or are already experienced in practical astronomy you will find plenty in this book to help you ‘raise your game’ to the next level and beyond. The author provides extensive practical advice and sophisticated background knowledge of the Moon and of lunar observation. The selection/construction of equipment and optimizing of existing equipment for such projects as drawing, photographing and CCD imaging of the Moon are covered, together with analysis and computer processing images, and much, much, more. Learn what scientists have discovered about our Moon and what mysteries remain still to be solved. Find out how you can take part in the efforts to solve these mysteries, as well as enjoying the Moon’s spectacular magnificance for yourself!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Nice for practical moon observing, 10 Feb 2002
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Nice book to discover the moon and study it, with practical recomendations on equipment to observe, draw, photograph and ccd image it.
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