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| backyard astronomer's guide: The Backyard Astronomer's Guide Terence Dickinson, Alan Dyer, 2002 Discusses the practical aspects of stargazing, including how to choose appropiate equipment, contending with light pollution, taking successful photographs of galaxies and nebulas, and selecting an observing site. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Backyard Astronomer’s Field Guide David Dickinson, 2020-07-21 Discover Beautiful Nebulas, Constellations, Deep Sky Objects and More with Your Telescope David Dickinson, co-author of The Universe Today Ultimate Guide to Viewing the Cosmos, has created the ultimate field guide for backyard astronomers. Whether you want to impress viewers at a star party, or learn what you can see with your new telescope, David shows you how to find the most impressive views the night sky has to offer. Broken down by month and by hemisphere to ensure you get the best possible view, David shows you how to find objects like spiral galaxies, stunning sights in the Milky Way and stars that bring the “wow factor” to astronomy. With 44 sky charts and David’s expertise, it’s like having a pro-astronomer out in the field with you. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: NightWatch Terence Dickinson, 1998 A practical guide to viewing the universe. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Observing the Moon Gerald North, 2007-07-05 Written by an experienced and well-known lunar observer, this is a hands-on primer for the aspiring observer of the Moon. Whether you are a novice or are already experienced in practical astronomy, you will find plenty in this book to help you raise your game to the next level and beyond. In this thoroughly updated second edition, the author provides extensive practical advice and sophisticated background knowledge of the Moon and of lunar observation. It incorporates the latest developments in lunar imaging techniques, including digital photography, CCD imaging and webcam observing, and essential advice on collimating all common types of telescope. Learn what scientists have discovered about our Moon, and what mysteries remain still to be solved. Find out how you can take part in the efforts to solve these mysteries, as well as enjoying the Moon's spectacular magnificence for yourself! |
| backyard astronomer's guide: National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Night Sky, 2nd Edition Andrew Fazekas, Howard Schneider, 2019 Volume packed full of information that illuminates key astronomical concepts along side the history and legends surrounding the stars and planets. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Monthly Sky Guide Ian Ridpath, 2012-12-10 The classic beginner's guide to the night sky.--Page 4 of cover. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Building a Roll-Off Roof Observatory John Stephen Hicks, 2009-03-02 Almost every amateur astronomer who has taken the pursuit to its second level aspires to a fixed, permanent housing for his telescope, permitting its rapid and comfortable use avoiding hours of setting-up time for each observing session. A roll-off roof observatory is the simplest and by far the most popular observatory design for today’s practical astronomers. Building a Roll-off Roof Observatory is unique, covering all aspects of designing a roll-off roof observatory: planning the site, viewing requirements, conforming to by-laws, and orientation of the structure. The chapters outline step-by-step construction of a typical building. The author, both an amateur astronomer and professional landscape architect, is uniquely qualified to write this fully-detailed book. A professionally designed roll-off observatory could cost as much as $3000 just for the plans – which are provided free with Building a Roll-off Roof Observatory. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Ultimate Backyard Astronomer's Guide for Beginners Kevin A. Powell, 2021-01-31 Have you have ever gazed up at the night sky, been wondered by what you see, and thought about taking a closer look? If this is you, then I can tell you that you are not alone!Amateur Astronomy has taken off in the past two decades, with the bounty of well-priced, competent, high-quality equipment available today. But for the complete beginner with no experience, the one question that will be particularly obvious is, - What do I need to get great views of the heavens?The first awakening many people have to Astronomical equipment is when they visit their local store and find cheap telescopes offered in brightly colored boxes claiming 500X magnification and designating impressively detailed color pictures of planets and galaxies.Don't be deceived by this!This is NOT the fulfillment you'll get, and it's clearly NOT what you'll see - particularly with the telescope in this box from this store. This is so tricky and has been accountable for more setbacks to wannabe astronomers than any other particular thing; I'd advise, these are just toys, and you should stay far away from them. And regrettably, even with equipment costing many times more, you still won't see the detail and color described on these types of boxes.Firstly, when you look into even a modest telescope, you won't see color. The minuscule amount of light emanating from heavenly objects is not enough to display as color usually on our retinas. That said, it is probable to see some basic color detail on planets and galaxies that are large and close enough to provide adequate light output. I can say without exception when I have introduced family and friends to their first-ever view of Saturn in all its glory; the reaction is always a wide-eyed gasp and a wow! Likewise, Jupiter's four clearly visible Galilean Moons move in real-time if you watch for several minutes.Naturally, the objects you're seeing are moving the whole time you're looking at them. Honestly, to see these heavenly objects this close and personal, as you've never seen them before, gives you a beautifully strange, yet eerie, feeling of being just a tiny speck in a universe far more extensive than you've probably ever thought before. To see things in your eye-piece that are so far away that they may have ceased to exist millions of years ago appears incomprehensible in a naive sense. It's so tough to imagine the light from that dim and distant object that would have taken millions upon millions of years to reach your eye.If you're interested enough that this has sharpened your appetite for more, then take a note of the following step-by-step guide before racing out and purchasing equipment that may not suit your demands. In the book, The ultimate Astronomer's guide for Beginners, you will learn the Step by step guide to finding the best objects the night has to offer, choosing your telescope, Building a Backyard Observatory and so much more! Some of the subjects covered in the book are below!*Astronomy for Beginners (Getting Started Stargazing)*Things to Consider Before Building a Backyard Observatory Backyard *Telescopes for Beginners: Determining the Best Beginner Telescope*3 Things to check for before buying a Telescope as a Beginner*Should I Use Binoculars or Telescopes for Astronomy?*Exceptional Tips for Budding Astronomers*A Look at Celestron, Orion Telescopes, and Other Brand Telescopes!*All you NEED to know About Jupiter.*Why you need a New Telescope Eyepiece as a beginner*Why a Telescope Mount is a Requirement for Stargazing*How to Stargaze in Style with a great Celestron Telescope*6 Great Tips for Best Star Gazing Techniques and EquipmentClick the link below to ORDER your copy, now! |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Star Watch Philip S. Harrington, 2008-04-21 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. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: NightWatch Terence Dickinson, 2006 Serves as a useful reference guide to stargazers around the world. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Universe and Beyond Terence Dickinson, 2010 A guide to the universe, illustrated with the latest images from space probes and the largest observatories on Earth. Covers most major topics in modern astronomy. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Mythology of the Night Sky David E. Falkner, 2011-08-28 The Mythology of the Night Sky is intended primarily for amateur astronomers who would like to know the mythology behind the names of constellations and planets. It deals with the 48 constellations identified by the ancient Greek astronomer Ptolemy, as well as all the planets of our solar system and their moons, which are named after Roman gods. To assist practical observers the book gives the location and description of each constellation, including named stars and deep-sky objects. Readers are encouraged to observe and image the constellations for themselves, and there is a lot of practical information in this book to help them along the way. In addition to providing a detailed (and mostly Greek) mythology of the constellations and the vast soap opera that was part of the Ancient Greek pantheon, this book also addresses the planets of the Solar System, which are named after the Roman - not Greek - gods. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Hundred Greatest Stars James B. Kaler, 2006-05-07 While there are guides to the visible sky, this is the first book to encompass the most important stars known in the universe at a level accessible to the layperson. The noted astronomer James Kaler takes us on a tour of the 100 most interesting stars, describing their characteristics and importance in words and vivid pictures. James B. Kaler is an internationally recognized expert on stars and their formation. A professor of astronomy at the University of Illinois, he is the author of Stars and Their Spectra (Cambridge), Stars (Freeman/Scientific American Library), Cosmic Clouds (Freeman/Scientific American Library), and numerous articles for popular and professional astronomy magazines. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Summer Stargazing Terence Dickinson, 1996 An abundantly illustrated guide to the year's best stargazing season. Summer brings with it fine stargazing weather; it also happens to be the time of the year when our galaxy, the Milky Way, arches high across the sky. -- Terence Dickinson The cool, clear nights from May to October offer astronomers the best opportunities for stargazing. Few sights in nature can compare with the splendor of a dazzling star-filled sky. Summer Stargazing captures the grandeur of the universe with down-to-earth simplicity. All that is needed is a reasonably dark night sky, a pair of binoculars or a simple telescope, and this book. The book features everything else the amateur astronomer needs, including easy-to-use color star charts that cover the entire North American sky for one year and photographic-quality charts for this main stargazing season. With Summer Stargazing, astronomers can delve into the majesty of the starry night to explore: Planets of the Solar System Galaxies Remote star-forming nebulas Glittering star dusters and more. Helpful advice is given for safely viewing special phenomena such as eclipses and auroras. Summer Stargazing is both a stargazing guide and a pictorial celebration of the summer night sky. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Universe Today Ultimate Guide to Viewing the Cosmos David Dickinson, 2018-10-23 The Definitive Resource for Viewing the Night Sky David Dickinson, Earth science teacher and backyard astronomer, and Fraser Cain, publisher of Universe Today, have teamed up to provide expert guidance on observing the night sky. The Universe Today Ultimate Guide to Viewing the Cosmos features the best tips and tricks for viewing our solar system and deep sky objects, as well as detailed charts, graphs and tables to find must-see events for years to come. This comprehensive guide is complete with stunning and exclusive photography from top night sky photographers, as well as advice on how to take your own incredible photos. Take your recreational viewing to the next level with activities like: Finding comets and asteroids Tracking variable stars Monitoring meteor showers Following solar activity Tracking satellites Timing lunar and asteroid occultations With star charts, practical background information, technological resources and telescope and astrophotography guides, this is the ultimate resource for any backyard space enthusiast. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Astronomy Gary Allen Pty, Limited, Robert Burnham, Weldon Owen Pty, Limited, Alan Dyer, Jeff Kanipe, 2004-11-01 |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Exploring the Night Sky Terence Dickinson, 1987 Winner of the 1987 New York Academy of Sciences Children's Science Book Award, Exploring the Night Sky is aimed at novice star gazers anxious to expand their astronomical repertorie beyond the Big and Little Dippers. Dickinson has designed a superb introduction to astonomy that is clear, concise, and very user friendly no matter what the child's age. 50 color photographs and illustrations. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Hubble's Universe Terence Dickinson, 2017 Presents an overview of the Hubble Space Telescope, describing its initial launch in 1990 and impact on our understanding of the universe, along with some of its latest images of galaxies, stars, planets, and nebulas. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The World at Night Babak Tafreshi, 2019-11-19 See the full beauty of our night sky revealed as never before in over 200 photographs from around the world. Bringing together the images of over 40 photographers across 25 countries, be astounded by the lights of the night sky in some of the darkest places on earth; discover the beauty of galaxies, planets, and stars; view great celestial events; and see some of the world’s most important landmarks against the backdrop of an incredible nightscape. Babak Tafreshi, founder of the international organization The World at Night, has curated the images in this collection—many of them previously unseen—to reveal the true splendor of the sky at night. A specialist guide to night-sky photography will help you capture your own gorgeous images of the heavens. Commentary on the science, astronomy, and photography accompany stunning images organized by theme: Symbols of all nations and religions embraced by one sky of endless beauties UNESCO World Heritage Sites at night The Universe revealed through constellations, sky motions, atmospheric phenomenon, Aurora, and other wonders Images highlighting the beauty of dark skies away from light-polluted urban areas Celestial events, from great comets to spectacular eclipses Astro-tourism destinations, like ancient astronomical monuments and modern observatories |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The 12 Greatest Rounds of Boxing Ferdie Pacheco, 2004 Boxing's clolourful history is filled with chapters of high drama and simmering controversy. Many boxing fans are familiar with the outcome of the most memorable bouts, but few know the secrets surrounding them. In 'The 12 Greatest Rounds of Boxing', Ferdie Pacheco not only selects the dozen best rounds ever fought, but reveals what went on behind the scenes at these fights, from chicanery and Mob influence to romantic liaisons and the zaniness that seems to go hand in glove with boxing. Did Muhammad Ali's 1965 'Phantom Punch' really knock out Sonny Litson, or was Sonny simply too scared to get off the canvas? With World War II looming, was German heavyweight champoin warned by Adolf Hitler to beat Joe Louis - or else? Did Jack Dempsey have something illegal in his glove when he battered Jess Willard into bloody submission in 1919? The fascinating behind the scenes stories are related by Pacheco and a renowned grup of boxing experts, offering an intimate glimpse of boxing inimitable characters and the often bizarre world they inhabit. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: NightWatch Terence Dickinson, 1989 Spiral binding. A guide to amateur astronomy with advice on equipment and information on photographing the night sky. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Advanced Skywatching Robert Burnham, 1997 Astronomy - observers manual. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Discover the Stars Richard Berry, 1987-12-13 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. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Advanced Amateur Astronomy Gerald North, 1997-08-21 This book, first published in 1997, is for telescope owners wanting to improve their skills and make observations of real and lasting scientific value. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: A Question and Answer Guide to Astronomy Pierre-Yves Bely, Carol Christian, Jean-René Roy, 2017-03-23 Contains 250 questions and answers about astronomy, particular for the amateur astronomer. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Cambridge Star Atlas Wil Tirion, 2011-01-27 Ideal for astronomers worldwide, the fourth edition of this classic atlas features new Moon maps, new data and enhanced charts. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Turn Left at Orion Guy Consolmagno, Dan M. Davis, 2011-09-22 With over 100,000 copies sold since first publication, this is one of the most popular astronomy books of all time. It is a unique guidebook to the night sky, providing all the information you need to observe a whole host of celestial objects. With a new spiral binding, this edition is even easier to use outdoors at the telescope and is the ideal beginner's book. Keeping its distinct one-object-per-spread format, this edition is also designed for Dobsonian telescopes, as well as for smaller reflectors and refractors, and covers Southern hemisphere objects in more detail. Large-format eyepiece views, positioned side-by-side, show objects exactly as they are seen through a telescope, and with improved directions, updated tables of astronomical information and an expanded night-by-night Moon section, it has never been easier to explore the night sky on your own. Many additional resources are available on the accompanying website, www.cambridge.org/turnleft. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: A Practical Guide to Observational Astronomy M. Shane Burns, 2021-09-16 A Practical Guide to Observational Astronomy provides a practical and accessible introduction to the ideas and concepts that are essential to making and analyzing astronomical observations. A key emphasis of the book is on how modern astronomy would be impossible without the extensive use of computers, both for the control of astronomical instruments and the subsequent data analysis. Astronomers now need to use software to access and assess the data they produce, so understanding how to use computers to control equipment and analyze data is as crucial to modern astronomers as a telescope. Therefore, this book contains an array of practical problems for readers to test their knowledge, in addition to a wealth of examples and tutorials using Python on the author’s website, where readers can download and create image processing scripts. This is an excellent study guide or textbook for an observational astronomy course for advanced undergraduate and graduate astronomy and physics students familiar with writing and running simple Python scripts. Key Features Contains the latest developments and technologies from astronomical observatories and telescope facilities on the ground and in space Accompanied by a companion website with examples, tutorials, Python scripts, and resources Authored by an observational astronomer with over thirty years of observing and teaching experience About the Author M. Shane Burns earned his BA in physics at UC San Diego in 1979. He began graduate work at UC Berkeley in 1979, where he worked on an automated search for nearby supernovae. After being awarded a PhD in 1985, Professor Burns became a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Wyoming. He spent the summer of 1988 as a visiting scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, where he helped found the Supernova Cosmology Project (SCP). He continued to work as a member of the SCP group while a faculty member at Harvey Mudd College, the US Air Force Academy, and Colorado College. The 2011 Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to the leader of the SCP for the group’s discovery of the accelerating expansion of the Universe through observations of distant supernovae. During his career, Professor Burns has observed using essentially all of the world’s great observatories, including the Keck Observatory and the Hubble Space Telescope. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Extraterrestrials Terence Dickinson, Adolf Schaller, 1994 Examines the images we have absorbed from popular culture and explains how the variety of environments in the universe could give rise to such unusual creatures. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Backyard Guide to the Night Sky Howard Schneider, 2009 Volume packed full of information that illuminates key astronomical concepts along side the history and legends surrounding the stars and planets. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Star Gazing for Beginners Barrett Williams, ChatGPT, 2024-11-08 Discover the awe-inspiring universe just above your rooftop with Star Gazing for Beginners, your ultimate guide to unlocking the mysteries of the night sky. Whether you're a curious learner or an eager enthusiast, this engaging eBook takes you on a celestial adventure, revealing the wonders that await you among the stars. Begin your journey with an enticing introduction to stargazing, where the allure of the night sky is demystified and the basic tools you need are laid out. Dive deep into understanding the celestial dance, as you learn how Earth's rotation and revolution impact the dazzling display above you. Equipped with the right knowledge, you'll explore the essential tools of the trade—choosing the best binoculars, getting acquainted with telescopes, and utilizing the latest apps and star maps to enhance your experience. Get ready to unlock the secrets of the constellations, unveiling the fascinating stories behind each star grouping and learning which constellations grace the sky during different seasons. Navigate the night sky like a pro with tips on finding your bearings, using the stars to mark your path, and mastering star hopping techniques. From observing the phases of the moon to identifying planets with the naked eye, and catching the mesmerizing sight of meteor showers, this guide ensures no celestial event goes unnoticed. Dive into the depths of the universe with an exploration of galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters in the deep sky section, and capture the beauty around you with beginner-friendly astrophotography techniques. Star Gazing for Beginners also addresses important topics like light pollution, celestial safety, and how to find dark sky locations for the clearest views. Connect with fellow enthusiasts and become part of a larger stargazing community, celebrating the celestial wonders together. Ready to embark on a journey of cosmic discovery? Let the universe be your playground as you explore the captivating and boundless night skies awaiting your gaze. Your adventure into the cosmos starts here. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Cosmic Challenge Philip S. Harrington, 2010-10-21 Listing more than 500 sky targets, both near and far, in 187 challenges, this observing guide will test novice astronomers and advanced veterans alike. Its unique mix of Solar System and deep-sky targets will have observers hunting for the Apollo lunar landing sites, searching for satellites orbiting the outermost planets, and exploring hundreds of star clusters, nebulae, distant galaxies, and quasars. Each target object is accompanied by a rating indicating how difficult the object is to find, an in-depth visual description, an illustration showing how the object realistically looks, and a detailed finder chart to help you find each challenge quickly and effectively. The guide introduces objects often overlooked in other observing guides and features targets visible in a variety of conditions, from the inner city to the dark countryside. Challenges are provided for the naked eye, through binoculars and the largest backyard telescopes. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: How to Photograph & Process Nightscapes and Time-Lapses Alan Dyer, 2014-11-22 The book describes — How to shoot and process still image “nightscapes” – images of landscapes taken at night by the light of the Moon or stars … and … How to shoot and assemble time-lapse movies of the stars and Milky Way turning above Earthly scenes, all using DSLR cameras. The 400-page multi-touch book includes — 50 embedded HD videos (no internet connection required) demonstrating time-lapse techniques. 60 multi-page tutorials with step-by-step instructions of how to use software: Adobe Bridge, Adobe Camera Raw, Photoshop, Lightroom, LRTimelapse, Advanced Stacker Actions, StarStaX, Panolapse, Sequence, GBTimelapse, and more. Numerous Photo 101 sections explaining the basic concepts of photography and video production (f-stops, ISOs, file types, aspect ratios, frame rates, compression, etc.). Numerous Astronomy 101 sections explaining the basics of how the sky works (how the sky moves, where the Moon can be found, when the Milky Way can be seen, when and where to see auroras). Reviews of gear – I don’t just mention that specialized gear exists, I illustrate in detail how to use popular units such as the Time-Lapse+, Michron, and TriggerTrap intervalometers, and the All-View mount, Radian, Mindarin Astro, eMotimo, and Dynamic Perception motion-control units, with comments on what’s good – and not so good – to use. You’ll learn — What are the best cameras and lenses to buy (cropped vs. full-frame, Canon vs. Nikon, manual vs. automatic lenses, zooms vs. primes). How to set your cameras and lenses for maximum detail and minimum noise (following the mantra of “exposing to the right” and using dark frames). How to shoot auroras, conjunctions, satellites, comets, and meteor showers. How to shoot nightscapes lit only by moonlit, and how to determine where the Moon will be to plan a shoot. How to shoot & stitch panoramas of the night sky and Milky Way, using Photoshop and PTGui software. How to shoot tracked long exposures of the Milky Way using camera trackers such as the iOptron Star Tracker and Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer. How to develop Raw files, the essential first step to great images and movies. How to process nightscape stills using techniques such as compositing multiple exposures, masking ground and sky, and using non-destructive adjustment layers and smart filters. How to shoot and stack star trail images made of hundreds of frames. How to assemble time-lapse movies from those same hundreds of frames. How to plan a time-lapse shoot and calculate the best balance of exposure time vs. frame count vs. length of shoot, and recommended apps to use. How to process hundreds of frames using Adobe Camera Raw, Bridge, Photoshop, and Lightroom. How to shoot and process advanced “Holy Grail” time-lapse transitions from day to night. How to shoot motion-control sequences using specialized dolly and pan/tilt devices. How to use time-lapse processing tools such as LRTimelapse, Panolapse, Sequence, and Advanced Stacker Actions. What can go wrong and how best to avoid problems in the field. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Tycho and Kepler Kitty Ferguson, 2013-01-31 The extraordinary, unlikely tale of Tycho Brahe and Johannes Kepler and their enormous contribution to astronomy and understanding of the cosmos is one of the strangest stories in the history of science. Kepler was a poor, devoutly religious teacher with a genius for mathematics. Brahe was an arrogant, extravagant aristocrat who possessed the finest astronomical instruments and observations of the time, before the telescope. Both espoused theories that seem off-the-wall to modern minds, but their fateful meeting in Prague in 1600 was to change the future of science. Set in one of the most turbulent and colourful eras in European history, when medieval was giving way to modern, Tycho and Kepler is a double biography of these two remarkable men. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Sky Gazing Meg Thacher, 2020-10-13 The sun, moon, stars, and planets have been a source of wonder and fascination for as long as humans have inhabited the earth. In Sky Gazing, a highly visual guide to observing the sky with the naked eye, kids aged 9–14 will delve into the science behind what they see, whether they live in a dark rural setting or under the bright lights of the city. Exploring astronomical objects and events, this captivating book takes young readers on a tour of our solar system and deep space beyond, with explanations of how objects like Earth’s moon were formed and the “why” behind phenomena such as eclipses, northern lights, and meteor showers. Curious sky gazers will discover how to find and observe planets — no binoculars or telescopes required! — and star charts will guide them in spotting constellations throughout the seasons and in both hemispheres while they learn about constellation myths from cultures around the world. Activities include tracking the cycles of the sun and moon and observing the sky during daylight hours or on a cloudy night, while astronomer profiles and sidebars on space technology and current issues such as light pollution help ground kids’ discoveries in the ancient and enduring science of studying the sky. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Urban Astronomer's Guide Rod Mollise, 2006-12-22 This book covers the why, how, and what of astronomy under light-polluted skies. The prospective city-based observer is told why to observe from home (there are hundreds of spectacular objects to be seen from the average urban site), how to observe the city sky (telescopes, accessories, and moderns techniques), and what to observe. About half of the book is devoted to describing tours of the sky, with physical and observational descriptions, at-the-eyepiece drawings, and photographs. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: 100 Things to See in the Night Sky, Expanded Edition Dean Regas, 2020-06-16 Discover the amazing wonders of the night sky with this expanded edition to 100 Things to See in the Night Sky, perfect for every amateur stargazer and armchair astronomer! Keep your feet on the ground and experience the night sky to the fullest by exploring planets, satellites, and constellations with this all-inclusive reference guide to space. 100 Things to See in the Night Sky, Expanded Edition is full of information on the many amazing things you can see with a telescope, or just your naked eye! From shooting stars to constellations and planets to satellites, this book gives you a clear picture of what you can see on any given night. Learn about the celestial bodies that have captured people’s imaginations for centuries, with specific facts alongside traditional myths and beautifully illustrated photographs and star charts that will help you know where to look for the best view. With this illuminating guide, you’ll enjoy hours of stargazing, whether you’re travelling, camping, sitting in your back yard, or simply flipping through the beautiful images in this book. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: A Student's Guide to the Schrödinger Equation Daniel A. Fleisch, 2020-02-20 A clear guide to the key concepts and mathematical techniques underlying the Schrödinger equation, including homework problems and fully worked solutions. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Night Sky Observer's Guide: Spring & summer George Robert Kepple, 1998 |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Deep-Sky Wonders Sue French, 2020-10 The quality of the deep-sky images is outstanding--a tribute to the various photographers as well as the book's printer. But it's the written word that will make or break a book like this, and Sue's writing is superb... [For] an occasional stargazer, a serious observer, or anyone in between, you won't go wrong with Deep-Sky Wonders. This is a great introduction to deep-sky stargazing for novice and experienced amateur astronomers alike. --Mercury, publication of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific Sue French writes the popular column Deep-Sky Wonders for Sky and Telescope magazine and also teaches deep sky observation. She has earned a loyal following among enthusiasts and is welcomed by beginners for her skill at presenting astronomy in an understandable way. After selling 10,000 copies of Deep-Sky Wonders in hardcover, we expect a good response for this paperback edition at an accessible price. Deep-Sky Wonders is a collection of 100 of French's best Deep-Sky Wonders columns originally published in Sky and Telescope, which has a monthly readership exceeding 100,000. The book is organized by season and subdivided into months for a total of 100 in-depth tours of the deep sky. Each deep sky tour illuminates little-known seasonal wonders that lie off the beaten path. Features include: Full-color photographs and detailed sketches of each deep sky tour Descriptions of double and variable stars, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies and exotics Historical and scientific background of particular interest A tabular listing of the deep-sky sites Color charts showing the position of each target in the night sky An index to all of the deep-sky objects covered. Deep-Sky Wonders also features a variety of challenging objects that encourage observers to test the limits of their equipment and skills. Suitable for beginner and intermediate small-scope astronomers as well as large-scope viewers and astrophotographers, this book will be greeted enthusiastically by all Sky and Telescope readers. It is also an outstanding introduction to deep-sky viewing for novice observers. |
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