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Astronomy is still one of the few sciences where the amateur can play a useful role and may even make important discoveries. Teach Yourself Astronomy is the ideal book for someone who would like to take a real interest in astronomy, but does not know where to start. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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"The Data Book Of Astronomy" is a one-stop reference for astronomers at all levels of experience, from beginners to experienced observers. Filled with data about the Earth, Moon, the planets, the stars, our Galaxy, and the myriad galaxies in deep space, it also reveals the latest scientific discoveries about black holes, quasars, and the origins of the Universe. There are over 100 tables on features of the Moon, and the names, positions, sizes, and other key descriptors of all the planets and their satellites. The Sun is discussed in depth, from sunspots to solar eclipses. Solar and lunar eclipse dates are tabulated, as are the dates for comets, close-approach asteroids, and significant meteor showers. 24 maps show the surface features of the planets and their moons. The author then looks to the stars, their distances and movements, and their detailed classification and evolution. 48 star charts, covering both northern and southern hemispheres, enable the reader to track down and name the main stars in all the constellations.The maps are supported by detailed tables of the names, positions, magnitudes, and spectra of the main stars in each constellation, along with key data on galaxies, nebulae, and clusters. There is a useful catalogue of the world's great telescopes and observatories, a history of astronomy and of space research, and biographies of 250 astronomers who have been most influential in developing our current understanding of the subject.
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Astronomy is still one of the few sciences where the amateur can play a useful role and may even make important discoveries. Teach Yourself Astronomy is the ideal book for someone who would like to take a real interest in astronomy, but does not know where to start. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Synopsis
"The Data Book Of Astronomy" is a one-stop reference for astronomers at all levels of experience, from beginners to experienced observers. Filled with data about the Earth, Moon, the planets, the stars, our Galaxy, and the myriad galaxies in deep space, it also reveals the latest scientific discoveries about black holes, quasars, and the origins of the Universe. There are over 100 tables on features of the Moon, and the names, positions, sizes, and other key descriptors of all the planets and their satellites. The Sun is discussed in depth, from sunspots to solar eclipses. Solar and lunar eclipse dates are tabulated, as are the dates for comets, close-approach asteroids, and significant meteor showers. 24 maps show the surface features of the planets and their moons. The author then looks to the stars, their distances and movements, and their detailed classification and evolution. 48 star charts, covering both northern and southern hemispheres, enable the reader to track down and name the main stars in all the constellations.The maps are supported by detailed tables of the names, positions, magnitudes, and spectra of the main stars in each constellation, along with key data on galaxies, nebulae, and clusters. There is a useful catalogue of the world's great telescopes and observatories, a history of astronomy and of space research, and biographies of 250 astronomers who have been most influential in developing our current understanding of the subject.
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