The Cambridge Star Atlas - Rilegato

Tirion, Wil

Rilegato

ISBN 10: 0521800846 ISBN 13: 9780521800846

Casa editrice: Cambridge University Press, 2001

Riassunto

The Cambridge Star Atlas covers the entire sky, both northern and southern latitudes, in an attractive format that is suitable for beginners and experienced astronomical observers. There is a series of monthly sky charts, followed by an atlas of the whole sky, arranged in 20 overlapping full colour charts. Each chart shows stars down to magnitude 6.5, together with about 900 non-stellar objects, such as clusters and galaxies, which can be seen with binoculars or a small telescope. There is a comprehensive map of the Moon's surface, showing craters and other named features. Wil Tirion is the world's foremost designer of astronomical maps. For this new edition he has devised improved versions of all the charts, and the text and star data have been completely revised based on the latest information. Clear, authoritative and easy-to-use, The Cambridge Star Atlas is an ideal reference atlas for sky watchers everywhere.

Su questo libro

Recensione:

'Star maps of beauty and clarity are the hallmark of Wil Tirion. Imagine that you are anywhere in the world and want to know what stars are in the sky at any time; then his colourful and handy Cambridge Star Atlas ... is the book for you.' New Scientist

'[This star atlas] is among the best I have ever used.' Alex Lovell, GNOMON

'... a painstakingly produced book ... literally opens up a galaxy of information.' Reference Reviews

'... excellent value for money'. David Stickland, The Observatory

'Recommended for anyone who plans to observe with the naked eye, binoculars, or small telescope ... The printing is excellent, and the pages easily lie flat (important for use outdoors).' M. K. Hemenway, Choice

Descrizione del libro:

The Cambridge Star Atlas is a best-selling general atlas of the sky for beginners, and for more advanced observers, ideal for use world wide and throughout the year. The full colour sectional and all-sky charts are attractive and very easy-to-use, plus there are monthly charts and a Moon map.

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Cambridge University Press
• Data di pubblicazione: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0521800846
• ISBN 13: 9780521800846
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero edizione: 3
• Numero di pagine: 96