ASTRONOMERSa (TM) OBSERVING GUIDES provide up-to-date information
for amateur astronomers who want to know all about what it is they
are observing. This is the basis of the first part of the book. The
second part details observing techniques for practical astronomers,
working with a range of different instruments.
Star Clusters and How to Observe Them is a mine of information
for all levels of amateur observers, from beginners to experienced
observers. It begins with a detailed yet easily assimilated
description of star clusters, how they were formed as our Milky Way
galaxy evolved, and how they are classified. The latest research
has revealed a vast amount of fascinating information about the
clusters, along with some spectacular photographs.
Modern commercially-made telescopes enable amateur astronomers
to see a surprising amount of detail, and to record a" using CCD
cameras, video, webcams or even film a" some remarkably beautiful
and detailed images. There is detailed information on using
refractors, reflectors, SCTa (TM)s (like Meade and Celestron) and
computer-controlled telescopes
The book includes an Observing List cataloguing star clusters to
be observed or imaged using a variety of different instruments, all
of them available commercially to amateur astronomers.
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