Observing Handbook and Catalogue of Deep-Sky Objects

The most detailed guide to observing the deep sky in one volume, now available in paperback.

Christian B. Luginbuhl (Author), Brian A. Skiff (Author)

9780521625562, Cambridge University Press

Paperback, published 17 September 1998

368 pages, 79 b/w illus. 4 tables
29.8 x 21 x 2.3 cm, 0.9 kg

'In my opinion, this is an indispensable guide for experienced observers and highly recommended.' Astronomy & Space

• 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.

List of charts, tables and figures
Prolegomenon
Part I. Amateur Observing: Telescopes
Eyepieces
Finderscopes and finding
Star atlases
Gadgets
Looking through the telescope
Lighting and the recording of notes
Observing locations
Instruments used in the survey of deep-sky objects
Observing sites for the survey
Part II. Deep-Sky Data Sources: Galaxies
Open clusters
Globular clusters
Planetary nebulae
Galactic nebulae
Double stars
Part III. Observations: Notes on references for deep-sky observers
Catalogue
Appendix of double stars.

Subject Areas: Popular astronomy & space [WNX]