The Modern Amateur Astronomer by Patrick Moore

The Modern Amateur Astronomer by Patrick Moore

Here is a comprehensive guide for every amateur astronomer who hopes to do more than just star-gaze. If you already own an astronomical telescope and want to know how to use it to the best effect, or if you are thinking about buying one and are wondering where to start, then this is the book for you. Each chapter deals with a different topic, and each has been written by a professional or amateur astronomer who has been chosen by Patrick Moore as an expert in his speciality. Topics range from buying a telescope (or making your own), through electronic equipment and accessories, to more technical aspects such as spectroscopy and astrophotography. A companion book, The Observational Amateur Astronomer, explains how to use a modest astronomical telescope for serious observing of the Moon, planets, stars and extragalactic objects.

"This volume is worth a place on any experienced observers bookshelfIt is for the amateur astronomer of today, encompassing a wide range of subjects and an excellent reference. It is well worth the money." - Popular Astronomy

Clement Clarke Moore was an American writer and educator who lived from 1779 to 1863. His poem An Account of a Visit from St. was written in response to a visit from St. The Night Before holiday was initially published anonymously in 1823 and has since become a Christmas classic. The narrative was created for his six children as a Christmas present. Moore died in his summer home in Newport, Rhode Island, where he had lived for most of his life.

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ISBN 13	9783540199007
ISBN 10	3540199004
Title	The Modern Amateur Astronomer
Author	Patrick Moore
Series	The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
Year published	1995-10-16
Number of pages	166
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