Celestial Objects for Common Telescopes (Paperback)

Thomas William Webb (1807 1885) was an Oxford-educated English clergyman whose deep interest in astronomy and accompanying field observations eventually led to the publication of his Celestial Objects for Common Telescopes in 1859. An attempt 'to furnish the possessors of ordinary telescopes with plain directions for their use, and a list of objects for their advantageous employment', the book was popular with amateur stargazers for many decades to follow. Underlying Webb's celestial field guide and directions on telescope use was a deep conviction that the heavens pointed observers 'to the most impressive thoughts of the littleness of man, and of the unspeakable greatness and glory of the Creator'. A classic and well-loved work by a passionate practitioner, the monograph remains an important landmark in the history of astronomy, as well as a tool for use by amateurs and professionals alike.

General

Imprint:	Cambridge UniversityPress
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Cambridge Library Collection - Astronomy
Release date:	June 2010
First published:	March 2010
Authors:	Thomas William Webb
Dimensions:	216 x 140 x 16mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	272
ISBN-13:	978-1-108-01407-6
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Astronomy, space & time > Solar system > General Promotions
LSN:	1-108-01407-0
Barcode:	9781108014076

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