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Astronomy - Principles and Practice, Fourth Edition (PBK) (Paperback, 4th edition)
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Astronomy - Principles and Practice, Fourth Edition (PBK) (Paperback, 4th edition)
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Despite remarkable advances in astronomy, space research, and
related technology since the first edition of this book was
published, the philosophy of the prior editions has remained the
same throughout. However, because of this progress, there is a need
to update the information and present the new findings. In the
fourth edition of Astronomy: Principles and Practice, much like the
previous editions, the celebrated authors give a comprehensive and
systematic treatment to the theories of astronomy.
This reference furthers your study of astronomy by presenting the
basic software and hardware, providing several straightforward
mathematical tools, and discussing some simple physical processes
that are either involved in the astronomer's tools of trade or
concerned in the mechanisms associated with astronomical bodies.
The first six chapters introduce the simple observations that can
be made by the eye as well as discuss how such observations were
interpreted by previous civilizations. The next several chapters
examine the interpretation of positional measurements and the basic
principles of celestial mechanics. The authors then explore
radiation, optical telescopes, and radio and high-energy
technologies. They conclude with practical projects and exercises.
New to the Fourth Edition:
Revised values such as the obliquity of the ecliptic
Expanded material that is devoted to new astronomies and techniques
such as optical data recording
A listing of Web sites that offer information on relevant
astronomical events
Revised and expanded, this edition continues to offer vital
information about the fundamentals of astronomy. Astronomy:
Principles and Practice, Fourth Edition satisfies the need of
anyone who has a strong desire to understand the philosophy and
applications of the science of astronomy.
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