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Astronomers' Observing Guides: Galaxies and How to Observe Them by Wolfgang Steinicke and Richard Jakiel (2006, Trade Paperback)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherSpringer London, The Limited

ISBN-101852337524

ISBN-139781852337520

eBay Product ID (ePID)52624821

Product Key Features

Number of PagesXi, 248 Pages

Publication NameGalaxies and How to Observe Them

LanguageEnglish

SubjectPhysics / Astrophysics, Astronomy, Gravity

Publication Year2006

TypeTextbook

AuthorWolfgang Steinicke, Richard Jakiel

Subject AreaScience

SeriesAstronomers' Observing Guides

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.2 in

Item Weight19.6 Oz

Item Length10 in

Item Width7 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional

LCCN2006-926447

Dewey Edition22

ReviewsFrom the reviews: "The Springer series Astronomers' Observing Guides is a bit of a mixed-bag, with some books much better than others; this is certainly one of the better ones. ... The book is well illustrated with images of galaxies, many in colour ... . Numerous references are given; in fact there are more references in this book than in many academic ones. In summary, this is an excellent book which I have no hesitation in recommending. Even experienced observers will find much useful information in its pages." (Stewart L. Moore, The Observatory, Vol. 127 (1200), October, 2007) "This guide for amateur astronomers is one in a series of 'Astronomers' Observing Guides.' ... The text contains a wealth of detailed information valuable to the serious amateur ... . The appendix gives useful lists of books, magazines, sky mapping software, Internet databases and links, as well as footnoted references. Many of the beautiful color photographs used throughout were taken with some of the world's best telescopes ... . Summing Up: Recommended. General readers." (M. Dickinson, CHOICE, Vol. 44 (11), July, 2007), From the reviews:"The Springer series Astronomers' Observing Guides is a bit of a mixed-bag, with some books much better than others; this is certainly one of the better ones. â€¦ The book is well illustrated with images of galaxies, many in colour â€¦ . Numerous references are given; in fact there are more references in this book than in many academic ones. In summary, this is an excellent book which I have no hesitation in recommending. Even experienced observers will find much useful information in its pages." (Stewart L. Moore, The Observatory, Vol. 127 (1200), October, 2007)"This guide for amateur astronomers is one in a series of 'Astronomers' Observing Guides.' â€¦ The text contains a wealth of detailed information valuable to the serious amateur â€¦ . The appendix gives useful lists of books, magazines, sky mapping software, Internet databases and links, as well as footnoted references. Many of the beautiful color photographs used throughout were taken with some of the world's best telescopes â€¦ . Summing Up: Recommended. General readers." (M. Dickinson, CHOICE, Vol. 44 (11), July, 2007)

Number of Volumes1 vol.

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal523.1/12

Table Of ContentGalaxies, Cluster of Galaxies, and their Data.- Galaxies, Cluster of Galaxies & their data.- Pairs, Groups, and Clusters of Galaxies.- Catalogs, Data, and Nomenclature.- Technical Aspects on Observing Galaxies.- Accessories and Optical Quantities.- Theory of Visual Observation.- Observing, Recording, & Processing.- What to Observe? - The Objects.- Observing Programs.- Individual Objects.- Groups and Clusters of Galaxies.- Odd Stuff.

SynopsisThis book is a unique work satisfying the need for a modern, comprehensive review of all major aspects of galaxy observation. It is the only book to specialize on visual observation of galaxies and will appeal to beginners and experienced stargazers alike., This book is a unique work satisfying the need for a modern, comprehensive review of all major aspects of galaxy observation. The book combines the physical background on the nature and data of galaxies, the relevant instrumentation and viewing techniques, and finally the targets and their individual appearance in telescopes of various apertures. This is the only book to specialize on visual observation of galaxies and by expertly addressing the entire spectrum the book will greatly appeal to beginners and experienced stargazers alike. It is clearly structured with outstanding images and graphics, and it contains extensive listing of up-to-date literature, references, data sources and websites. Written by two widely published, internationally acclaimed experts, this book reflects their lifelong passion for deep sky observation., Galaxies are perhaps the most popular of all visual targets that are sought after by visual observers. At present the only way to get up-to-date information, is to query various (often highly technical) speciality books or digging deeply into the Internet. This can be a time consuming and often frustrating task, as the data aren't often compatible. This book satisfies the need for a modern, comprehensive review in combining the three major aspects: the physical background on the nature and data of galaxies, the relevant instrumentation and viewing techniques, and finally the targets and their individual appearance in telescopes of various apertures. To illustrate the latter, a comprehensive sample of galaxies, including quasars, groups and clusters of galaxies is presented. This combination of theoretical knowledge and practical information guarantees successful observing sessions. The book could become a standard source on galaxy observing for all kinds of amateur observers, from the beginner to the experienced., This book is a unique work satisfying the need for a modern, comprehensive review of all major aspects of galaxy observation. The book combines the physical background on the nature and data of galaxies, the relevant instrumentation and viewing techniques, and finally the targets and their individual appearance in telescopes of various apertures. A comprehensive sample of galaxies, including quasars, groups and clusters of galaxies is presented. This combination of theoretical knowledge and practical information guarantees successful observing sessions. Furthermore, the book is clearly structured with outstanding images and graphics.

LC Classification NumberQB1-991