| Astronomy for Amateurs Contributor(s): Flammarion, Camille (Author) |
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ISBN: 2917260092 ISBN-13: 9782917260098 Publisher: Prodinnova OUR PRICE: $15.39 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 2011 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History - Science | Astronomy |
| Physical Information: 0.66" H x 6" W x 9" (0.93 lbs) 314 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Amateur astronomy, also called backyard astronomy and stargazing, is a hobby whose participants enjoy watching the night sky (for sunspots, eclipses, etc.), mainly with portable telescopes. Even though scientific research is not their main goal, many amateur astronomers make a contribution to astronomy by monitoring variable stars, tracking asteroids and discovering transient objects, such as comets. This book is a perfect introduction to Astronomy for amateurs. Written in the 19th century by French Astronomer Camille Flammarion, it is surprisingly complete and up-to-date. It is still used by both professional and amateur astronomers around the world. |