Observing Handbook and Catalogue of Deep-Sky Objects

by Christian B. Luginbuhl

Other authorsBrian A. Skiff (Author)
Hardcover, 1990

Status

Available

Call number

QB64 .L84

Publication

Cambridge University Press (1990), 364 pages

Description

* A detailed and comprehensive guide to observing the deep sky * All descriptions meticulously researched and checked for this book * Information and descriptions for more than 2000 galaxies, nebulae and star clusters * Suitable for use with small telescopes * Helpful charts and advice on how to observe * Comprehensive catalogue included * Essential reference for telescope users and astrophotographers This is the most detailed guide to observing galaxies, clusters and nebulae available in a single volume. The objects included range from those visible in binoculars to faint galaxies requiring a 30 cm telescope. For most objects descriptions are given for a range of telescope apertures; the catalogue contains data not available elsewhere.

Language

Original language

English

Physical description

364 p.; 8.27 inches

ISBN

0521256658 / 9780521256650

Barcode

18

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