Deep-sky Objects for Binoculars
Author : John T. Kozak
Publisher :
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 16,89 MB
Release : 1988
Category : Science
ISBN :
Binocular Stargazing
Author : Mike D. Reynolds
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 47,74 MB
Release : 2005-10-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 0811742520
Book Description
A guide to viewing stars, the moon, planets, meteors, comets, and aurora through binoculars. Features a foreword by renowned astronomer and writer David Levy. Includes a complete guide to current binocular brands and models and explains what to look for in each season.
Touring the Universe through Binoculars
Author : Philip S. Harrington
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 12,69 MB
Release : 1990-10-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 1620459493
Book Description
This comprehensive work takes you on a personal tour of the universe using nothing more than a pair of binoculars. More comprehensive than any book currently available, it starts with Earth's nearest neighbor, the moon, and then goes on to explore each planet in the solar system, asteroids, meteors, comets and the sun. Following this, the reader is whisked away into deep space to explore celestial bodies including stars that are known and many sights less familiar. The final chapter includes a detailed atlas of deep-sky objects visible through binoculars. The appendices include guidance on how to buy, care for and maintain astronomical binoculars, tips and hints on using them, and detailed information on several home-made binocular mounts.
Star Watch
Author : Philip S. Harrington
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 307 pages
File Size : 22,94 MB
Release : 2008-04-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 0470321296
Book Description
Your Passport to the Universe The night sky is alive with many wonders--distant planets, vast star clusters, glowing nebulae, and expansive galaxies, all waiting to be explored. Let respected astronomy writer Philip Harrington introduce you to the universe in Star Watch, a complete beginner's guide to locating, observing, and understanding these celestial objects. You'll start by identifying the surface features of the Moon, the banded cloud tops of Jupiter, the stunning rings of Saturn, and other members of our solar system. Then you'll venture out beyond our solar system, where you'll learn tips and tricks for finding outstanding deep-sky objects from stars to galaxies, including the entire Messier catalog--a primary goal of every serious beginner. Star Watch features a detailed physical description of each target, including size, distance, and structure, as well as concise directions for locating the objects, handy finder charts, hints on the best times to view each object, and descriptions of what you'll really see through a small telescope or binoculars and with the naked eye. Star Watch will transport you to the farthest depths of space--and return you as a well-traveled, experienced stargazer.
Binocular Astronomy
Author : Craig Crossen
Publisher :
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 15,71 MB
Release : 1992
Category : Nature
ISBN :
Book Description
Instructs the reader on how to observe celestial bodies in the night sky with binoculars.
Exploring the Night Sky with Binoculars
Author : David Chandler
Publisher :
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 36,96 MB
Release : 1983
Category : Nature
ISBN :
Book Description
Binocular Astronomy
Author : Stephen Tonkin
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 45,3 MB
Release : 2007-04-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 184628788X
Book Description
This book contains everything an astronomer needs to know about binocular observing. The book takes an in-depth look at the instruments themselves. It has sections on evaluating and buying binoculars and binocular telescopes, their care, mounting, and accessories. In addition there is a selection of fifty fine objects to be seen with 50mm and 100mm binoculars. The advantages of using both eyes for astronomical observing are many and considerable, largely because of the way the human brain processes visual information. This book enables the astronomer to maximize those advantages.
Binocular Highlights
Author : Gary Seronik
Publisher : Sky & Telescope
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 36,10 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Constellations
ISBN : 9781931559430
Book Description
Binocular Highlights is a tour of 96 different celestial sights ? from softly glowing clouds of gas and dust to unusual stars, clumps of stars, and vast star cities (galaxies) ? all visible in binoculars. Each object is plotted on a detailed, easy-to-use star map, and most of these sights can be found even in a light-polluted sky. Also included are four seasonal all-sky charts that help locate each highlight. You don't need fancy or expensive equipment to enjoy the wonders of the night sky. In fact, as even experienced star gazers know, to go beyond the naked-eye sky and delve deep into the universe, all you need are binoculars ? even the ones hanging unused in your closet. If you don't own any, Binocular Highlights explains what to look for when choosing binoculars for star gazing and provides observing tips for users of these portable and versatile mini-telescopes. Sprial-bound with readable paper spine, full color throughout.
Viewing the Constellations with Binoculars
Author : Bojan Kambic
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 522 pages
File Size : 15,97 MB
Release : 2009-10-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 0387853553
Book Description
Viewing the Constellations with Binoculars is a complete guide to practical astronomy, written for beginners, intermediate-level astronomers, and even people who have not yet turned their gaze to the night sky. The required observing equipment to get the full value from this book is no more than a pair of regular 10 x 50 binoculars, but even more can be seen with a small astronomical telescope. This comprehensive introduction to astronomy and practical observing is far more than a guide to what can be seen in the night sky through binoculars. It introduces the reader to some basic (and some not-so-basic) astronomical concepts, and discusses the stars and their evolution, the planets, nebulae, and distant galaxies. There is a guide to selecting and using binoculars for astronomy, as well, as a ‘getting ready to observe’ section containing invaluable practical hints and tips. The second part of the book is an extraordinarily complete atlas and guide to the night sky down to 30o N (covering all the USA and Europe). It is illustrated with superb and sometimes beautiful amateur astronomical photographs, detailed maps (down to 5th magnitude), descriptions, and data on all astronomical objects of interest.
Atlas of the Messier Objects
Author : Ronald Stoyan
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 1157 pages
File Size : 42,87 MB
Release : 2008-10-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 1139473115
Book Description
The 110 star clusters, nebulae and galaxies of Messier's catalog are among the most popular of all the deep sky objects and are beautiful targets for amateur observers of all abilities. This stunning new atlas presents a complete and lively account of all of the Messier objects. Details for each object given include a thoroughly-researched history of its discovery, historical observations and anecdotes, the latest scientific data detailing its astrophysical findings, and clear observational descriptions from naked eye through to large telescopes. In addition, this atlas has some of the world's finest color astrophotos, inverted and labelled photos pointing to hidden details and neighboring objects, as well as historical sketches alongside new deep sky drawings. Quite simply, this is the most far-reaching and beautiful reference on the Messier objects there has ever been, and one that no observer should be without!
