Norton's star atlas and reference handbook (epoch 2000.0)
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Norton's star atlas and reference handbook (epoch 2000.0)
Longman, c1998
19th ed. / edited by Ian Ridpath
- : pbk
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Previous ed.: 1989
Includes index
Description and Table of Contents
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ISBN 9780582312838
Description
This star atlas and reference has been updated to take account of developments in observational astronomy. The star maps have been plotted using computer techniques which provide a high level of accuracy, and the maps show all the stars visible to the naked eye under the clearest skies, as well as other objects such as star clusters, nebulae and galaxies. The maps are divided into sections and are accompanied by lists of objects of interest, and the handbook section has been updated to include observing tips, explanations of technical matters and reference information.
Table of Contents
- Star charts
- position and time
- practical astronomy
- the solar system
- stars, nebulae and galaxies. (Part contents)
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: pbk ISBN 9780582356559
Description
Generations of amateur astronomers have called it simply Norton's - the most famous Star Atlas in the world. It's immediate success was largely due to "Norton's" uniquely accessible accessible arrangement of maps in slices, or 'gores' each covering approximately one-fifth of the sky, and its inclusion of stars visble to the naked-eye.
Table of Contents
Foreword by Leif J. Robinson. Preface. Acknowledgements. List of Tables.I Star Charts. II Position and Time. III Practical Astronomy. IV The Solar System. V Stars, Nebulae and Galaxies.Appendix. Glossary. Index.
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