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This is a basic introduction to the various fields of classical and modern astronomy, which emphasizes both the astronomical concepts and the underlying physical principles. The edition has been revised and updated to include information on research. In particular the chapters on observations and on the physics of the Sun have been thoroughly revised.

Fundamental Astronomy gives a well-balanced and comprehensive introduction to the various fields of classical and modern astronomy. While emphasizing both the astronomical concepts and the underlying physical principles, the text provides a sound basis for more profound studies in the astronomical sciences.
The present revised and enlarged third edition of this successful textbook includes a host of new knowledge acquired in recent years. In particular the chapters on observations and on the physics of the Sun have been thoroughly revised.