Viewing The Constellations With Binoculars

Author : Bojan Kambic
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 522 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2009-10-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780387853550

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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.

Author : Craig Crossen,Wil Tirion
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Nature
ISBN : UOM:39015029466177

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Binocular Astronomy by Craig Crossen,Wil Tirion Pdf

Instructs the reader on how to observe celestial bodies in the night sky with binoculars.

Author : Mike D. Reynolds
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 253 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2005-10-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780811742528

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Binocular Stargazing by Mike D. Reynolds Pdf

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.

Author : Stephen Mensing
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : UOM:39015017161137

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Star Gazing Through Binoculars by Stephen Mensing Pdf

Author : Patrick Moore
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2000-10-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0521793904

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Exploring the Night Sky with Binoculars by Patrick Moore Pdf

Patrick Moore's painstakingly researched, beautifully illustrated guide to astronomical observation for casual and serious observers.

Author : Richard Berry
Publisher : Crown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1987-12-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780517565292

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Discover the Stars by Richard Berry Pdf

An accessible, informative guide to identifying constellations and other incredible features of the sky, whether you’re hiking, camping, or stargazing from your backyard. Discover the Stars leads you on a tour of all the stars and constellations visible with the naked eye and introduces you to deep-sky objects that can be seen with binoculars or a simple telescope. The tour is conducted by the editor of Astronomy magazine, Richard Berry, whose two-color, computer-plotted sky maps and clear instructions make stargazing fun and productive from your first night out. The heart of Discover the Stars is two sections of big, beautiful sky maps and charts. The first section features twelve maps that show the entire sky overhead as it appears during each month of the year. These outline all the constellations visible anywhere in the Northern Hemisphere, and the accompanying text reveals the rich ancient mythology that surrounds the star groups. The second section is made up of twenty-three star charts that depict smaller regions of the sky in great detail. These charts give the names of key stars and lead you to fascinating features such as stars with unusual colors, double stars, variable stars, nebulae, and galaxies. Separate chapters cover basics, such as how the stars move through the sky, how to find your way around the moon and the planets, making an astronomer's flashlight, and choosing and using a telescope—all in terms that are easy to grasp and remember. Discover the Stars is the perfect introduction to the heavens, simple enough to be useful if you're just starting out but packed with enough information to keep you learning and enjoying the stars for years to come.

Author : Mike D. Reynolds,Michael D. Reynolds
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0811731367

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Binocular Stargazing by Mike D. Reynolds,Michael D. Reynolds Pdf

Many Stargazers Assume They Must Invest Hundreds or even thousands of dollars in equipment before they can enjoy the wonders of the night sky. The truth is, though, that all you need is a simple pair of binoculars. This handy guide explains how to choose binoculars and use them to observe everything from comets to solar eclipses. Ideal for amateur astronomers of all ages, Binocular Stargazing is the perfect way to see the night sky through new eyes.

Author : Stephen James O'Meara
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2008-10-09
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780521721707

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Stephen James O'Meara's Observing the Night Sky with Binoculars by Stephen James O'Meara Pdf

Month by month, star by star, object by object, Stephen James O'Meara takes readers on a celestial journey to many of the most prominent stars and constellations visible from mid-northern latitudes. Filled with interesting anecdotes about the stars and constellations and their intriguing histories, this book is both a useful guide for amateur astronomers, and a great first-time reference for those just starting out. After describing a constellation's mythology, readers are guided in locating and identifying its brightest stars in the sky, as well as any other bright targets of interest - colourful stars, double or multiple stars, star clusters and asterisms, nebulae, galaxies, variable stars, and more. This book will help beginning stargazers become familiar with the stars and constellations visible from their backyards, and explore the brightest and best stars, nebulae, and clusters visible through inexpensive, handheld binoculars.

Author : Robin Scagell,David Frydman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 1770853286

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Stargazing with Binoculars by Robin Scagell,David Frydman Pdf

Reviews for the previous editions: Among the many good books on binocular astronomy, Stargazing with Binoculars stands out as one of the best. [Scagell and Frydman] pack an amazing amount of information into a volume that's clearly written, entertaining, attractive, and portable. --Sky and Telescope A serious contender for the title of best all-around introduction to binocular astronomy. --Sky and Telescope Stargazing with Binoculars is the ideal guide for newcomers to astronomy. The authors review the range of the latest binoculars on the market and provide advice on features to consider before making a purchase. Then they lead the beginner through the first steps of using binoculars to observe the night sky, describing what will be visible and how to find specific objects. This edition has been thoroughly updated to incorporate the latest binocular technology. Illustrated throughout and packed with handy tips and tricks, the book includes: How binoculars work and what to expect Buying for the first time and upgrading The wide range of binoculars available internationally Using different sizes of binoculars The effects of light pollution Observing the Sun, Moon, planets, comets, asteroids, stars, clusters, variable stars, double stars, novae, nebulae and galaxies Guidance for observing in the city and in the country Glossary of terms. Binoculars are portable and financially accessible, whereas a telescope can be costly and unwieldy. Even binoculars without bells and whistles will give the viewer an exciting look into the night sky. This introduction is the ideal guide in that pursuit.

Author : Philip S. Harrington
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1990-10-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781620459492

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Touring the Universe through Binoculars by Philip S. Harrington Pdf

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.

Author : Stephen Tonkin
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 435 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2013-08-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461474678

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Binocular Astronomy by Stephen Tonkin Pdf

Binoculars have, for many, long been regarded as an “entry level” observational tool, and relatively few have used them as a serious observing instrument. This is changing! Many people appreciate the relative comfort of two-eyed observing, but those who use binoculars come to realize that they offer more than comfort. The view of the stars is more aesthetically pleasing and therefore binocular observers tend to observe more frequently and for longer periods. “Binocular Astronomy”, 2nd edition, extends its coverage of small and medium binoculars to large and giant (i.e., up to 300mm aperture) binoculars and also binoviewers, which brings the work into the realm of serious observing instruments. Additionally, it goes far deeper into the varying optical characteristics of binoculars, giving newcomers and advanced astronomers the information needed to make informed choices on purchasing a pair. It also covers relevant aspects of the physiology of binocular (as in “both eyes”) observation. The first edition of this title was praised for its suggested objects for observation and especially for the finder charts for each object. In this second edition, this section is expanded in three ways. There are new objects, with more information on each object, and a re-organization of the objects for binoculars for easier selection for readers. “Binocular Astronomy” 2nd Edition puts an emphasis on understanding binoculars and their use. The additional content in this second edition reflects the latest developments in technology, available testing techniques, and practical ideas for binocular use. It also responds to the substantially positive reviews of the first edition, and is now even better suited to its target readership.

Author : The Editors of One-Minute Astronomer
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2011-02-11
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 1452833176

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Stargazing For Beginners by The Editors of One-Minute Astronomer Pdf

This book introduces you to the bright stars and major constellations, along with dozens of deep-sky sights of interest within each constellation, such as galaxies, binary stars, nebulae, and star clusters. It assume you are equipped with nothing more than simple pair of binoculars, and that you know nothing of astronomy or the layout of the night sky. ... astonishing advances in astronomy over the past century have badley dated most of the scientific explanation in the original book [eg., Astronomy with an opera glass, 1890]. This edition fixes that problem. It includes a complete update of the science related to the stars and astronomical sights described in the book. You get completely up-to-date explanations of the science of astronomy, combined with the historical explanation and easy charm of the Garrett Serviss' original work. -- From the Introduction, p. 2-3.

Author : Stephen Tonkin Fras
Publisher : Binocularsky Publishing
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2018-10-14
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1916485006

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Discover the Night Sky Through Binoculars by Stephen Tonkin Fras Pdf

Includes a link to freely downloadable higher resolution colour charts that you may print out or display on your tablet or other device. For many decades, the advice given to beginning amateur astronomers has been "start with binoculars" but, beyond that, there has not been any specific advice on how to go about it. Stephen Tonkin shows you why this advice is appropriate, and takes you on a year-long journey through the night sky visible from northern temperate latitudes. At the end of this journey, you will have a sound basic knowledge of the sky and will have gathered useful snippets of astronomical information and whimsy along the way. Although the book is intended to be used with a decent star atlas (the star charts in the book are size-limited by the page size), readers have the option of downloading a full set of higher resolution colour charts to print out or for use on a tablet or smartphone. Reader comments: "I find this book a true pleasure to read

Author : Gary Seronik
Publisher : Sky & Telescope
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Constellations
ISBN : 1931559430

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Binocular Highlights by Gary Seronik Pdf

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.

Author : David Chandler
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Nature
ISBN : UOM:39015017161186

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Exploring the Night Sky with Binoculars by David Chandler Pdf