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Guide to Observing Deep-Sky Objects - (Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy) by  Jeff Farinacci (Mixed Media Product) - 1 of 1

Guide to Observing Deep-Sky Objects - (Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy) by Jeff Farinacci (Mixed Media Product)

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Highlights

  • This book will help amateur astronomers easy find and view all 88 constellations.
  • Author(s): Jeff Farinacci
  • 198 Pages
  • Science, Astronomy
  • Series Name: Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy

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This book will help amateur astronomers easy find and view all 88 constellations. It contains, for each constellation, a star chart showing the Bayer labels; a table for many of the stars in the constellation, along with their positions and magnitudes; and a table of the deep-sky objects in the constellation, with relevant observational data. Facing pages provide unique year-long graphs that show when the constellation is visible in the sky, allowing the user to quickly determine whether a given constellation can be seen as well as the best time to see it.



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Guide to Observing Deep-Sky Objects is an invaluable reference for all amateur astronomers.
The book contains, for each constellation, (1) a star chart showing the Bayer labels, (2) a table for many of the stars in the constellation, along with their positions and magnitudes, and (3) a table of the major deep-sky objects in the constellation, with relevant observational data. Facing pages provide unique year-long graphs that show when the constellation is visible in the sky, which allows the user to quickly determine whether a given constellation can be seen, and when the best time to see it will be.



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"Fairnacci (software engineer) has compiled a collection of charts for all 88 constellations in this guide. Under each map, the reader will find a list of the brightest stars and deep-sky objects in each field (i.e., clusters, nebulae, and galaxies) along with a nomograph that quickly tells whether the field for a particular choice of month and time of night is visible. ... Summing Up: Recommended. General readers; undergraduates; technical program students." (T. D. Oswalt, CHOICE, Vol. 45 (10), June, 2008)


Dimensions (Overall): 9.24 Inches (H) x 6.32 Inches (W) x .49 Inches (D)
Weight: .83 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 198
Genre: Science
Sub-Genre: Astronomy
Series Title: Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy
Publisher: Springer
Format: Mixed Media Product
Author: Jeff Farinacci
Language: English
Street Date: November 15, 2007
TCIN: 1004618077
UPC: 9780387728506
Item Number (DPCI): 247-44-0710
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.49 inches length x 6.32 inches width x 9.24 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.83 pounds
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Q: Who is the target audience for this astronomy guide?

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  • A: This guide is aimed at amateur astronomers and is suitable for readers aged 22 and up.

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Q: Are there visual aids to determine constellation visibility?

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  • A: Yes, the book provides year-long graphs indicating the visibility of constellations throughout the year.

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Q: What type of charts does this book provide for constellations?

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  • A: The book includes star charts showing Bayer labels for each of the 88 constellations.

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Q: What tables are included for each constellation's stars?

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  • A: It features a table listing many stars with their positions and magnitudes for each constellation.

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Q: What information about deep-sky objects is provided?

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  • A: The book contains tables detailing major deep-sky objects for each constellation, along with observational data.

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