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Deep-Sky Companions: The Secret Deep

Author : Stephen James O'Meara

Publisher : Cambridge University Press

Page : 499 pages

File Size : 39,29 MB

Release : 2011-06-30

Category : Science

ISBN : 1139500074

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Book Description

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.



Deep-Sky Companions: Hidden Treasures

Author : Stephen James O'Meara

Publisher : Cambridge University Press

Page : 584 pages

File Size : 32,32 MB

Release : 2007-04-12

Category : Science

ISBN : 113946373X

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Stephen O'Meara's new and exciting observing guide spotlights an original selection of 109 deep-sky objects that will appeal to sky-watchers worldwide. His 'hidden treasures' include a wonderful assortment of galaxies, open clusters, planetary nebulae and more, all of which have been carefully chosen based on their popularity and ease of observing. None of these objects are included in either the Messier or the Caldwell catalogs, and all are visible in a 4-inch telescope under dark skies. Stunning photographs and beautiful drawings accompany detailed visual descriptions of the objects, which include their rich histories and astrophysical significance. The author's original finder charts are designed to help observers get to their targets fast and efficiently.



Deep-Sky Companions: The Caldwell Objects

Author : Stephen James O'Meara

Publisher : Cambridge University Press

Page : 577 pages

File Size : 34,63 MB

Release : 2016-09-26

Category : Nature

ISBN : 1107083974

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Appendix C William Herschel: the greatest visual observer of all time - by Larry Mitchell -- Appendix D Image credits -- Index



Deep-Sky Companions: Southern Gems

Author : Stephen James O'Meara

Publisher : Cambridge University Press

Page : 481 pages

File Size : 10,18 MB

Release : 2013-04-08

Category : Science

ISBN : 1139851543

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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.



Observational Astronomy

Author : D. Scott Birney

Publisher : Cambridge University Press

Page : 13 pages

File Size : 44,60 MB

Release : 2006-06-29

Category : Nature

ISBN : 0521853702

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Book Description

New and updated edition of advanced undergraduate or beginning graduate textbook on observational astronomy.



The Cambridge Photographic Atlas of Galaxies

Author : Michael König

Publisher : Cambridge University Press

Page : 353 pages

File Size : 29,49 MB

Release : 2017-09-07

Category : Nature

ISBN : 1107189489

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Book Description

This reference atlas showcases around 250 beautiful galaxies within an amateur astronomer's reach and uses them to explain current astrophysical research.



The Complete Guide to the Herschel Objects

Author : Mark Bratton

Publisher : Cambridge University Press

Page : 593 pages

File Size : 11,19 MB

Release : 2011-09-15

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 0521768926

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Book Description

Provides a complete re-examination of Herschel's entire catalogue; a must-have for amateur astronomers seeking new and exciting observing challenges.



The Art of Astrophotography

Author : Ian Morison

Publisher : Cambridge University Press

Page : 283 pages

File Size : 20,87 MB

Release : 2017-02-02

Category : Nature

ISBN : 1316618412

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Book Description

This book provides a step-by-step guide of how anyone can capture and produce beautiful astronomical images, for beginners and professionals alike.



Secret of the Sirens

Author : Julia Golding

Publisher : Marshall Cavendish

Page : 382 pages

File Size : 45,29 MB

Release : 2007

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 9780761453710

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Book Description

"Originally published in the UK by Oxford University Press, 2006."



A Question and Answer Guide to Astronomy

Author : Pierre-Yves Bely

Publisher : Cambridge University Press

Page : 361 pages

File Size : 30,63 MB

Release : 2017-03-23

Category : Science

ISBN : 131661526X

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Book Description

Contains 250 questions and answers about astronomy, particular for the amateur astronomer.