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ISBN
9780131451643
Book Title
Norton's Star Atlas and Référence Handbook : and Référence Handbook, 20th Edition
Publisher
Penguin Publishing Group
Item Length
11.1 in
Edition
20
Publication Year
2003
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Illustrator
Yes
Item Height
1 in
Author
Ian Ridpath
Genre
Nature, Science
Topic
Sky Observation, Astronomy
Item Weight
44.4 Oz
Item Width
9 in
Number of Pages
208 Pages

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The most famous guide to the stars is now the most accessible! Generations of amateur astronomers have called it simply Norton's- the most famous star atlas in the world. Now in a beautifully redesigned, two-color landmark 20th edition, this combination star atlas and reference guide has no match in the field. First published in 1910, coinciding with the first of two appearances by Halley's Comet last century, Norton's owes much of its legendary success to its unique maps, arranged in slices or gores, each covering approximately one-fifth of the sky. Apart from being presented more accessibly than ever before, the text and tables have been revised and updated to account for the new and exciting developments in our observation of the cosmos. The star maps themselves were plotted using advanced computer techniques yielding outstanding accuracy and legibility. Every heavenly object visible to the naked eye is included-stars to magnitude 6, star clusters, and galaxies, as well as other celestial objects. Presented with an authority that has stood for generations, observation hints, technical explanations, and pointers to specialized information sources make this the only essential guide to the night sky. The updated and revised hardcover 20th edition also has new moon maps, clearer tables, new diagrams and a section on the latest computer driven telescopes-today's perfect home reference for curious minds from beginners to dedicated star gazers! What are people saying? . . . 'The unique and time-honored projection used in the Norton's star charts is particularly handy and has always been my favorite.' --Professor Owen Gingerich, Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics 'Once in a blue moon a book appears to dramatically and forever change its subject; in short, the work becomes an indispensable resource for generations. Norton's Star Atlas is such a work.' -Leif J. Robinson, Editor Emeritus, Sky and Telescope 'Ian Ridpath is one of the most dedicated and prolific writers on astronomy. His works all have clarity and authority, and he is ideally suited to infuse new life into a classic.' -Martin Rees, Astronomer Royal, University of Cambridge, author of Our Final Hour

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Penguin Publishing Group
ISBN-10
0131451642
ISBN-13
9780131451643
eBay Product ID (ePID)
30423234

Product Key Features

Edition
20
Book Title
Norton's Star Atlas and Référence Handbook : and Référence Handbook, 20th Edition
Number of Pages
208 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2003
Topic
Sky Observation, Astronomy
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Nature, Science
Author
Ian Ridpath
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
44.4 Oz
Item Length
11.1 in
Item Width
9 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
21
Lccn
2003-060520
Grade from
Twelfth Grade
Dewey Decimal
520
Grade to
Up
Lc Classification Number
Qb64.R43 2004
Table of Content
Foreword by Leif J. Robinson. Preface. 1. Position and Time. The Heavens Above. Position. Date and Time. 2. Practical Astronomy. Observing. Astronomical Instruments. Astronomical Imaging. 3. The Solar System. The Sun. The Moon. The Planets and Their Satellites. Mercury. Venus. Mars. Jupiter. Saturn. Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto. Minor Planets. Comets. Meteors. Eclipses. Occultations. Aurorae, Noctilucent Clouds and the Zodiacal Light. Artificial Satellites. 4. Stars, Nebulae and Galaxies. The Stars Constellations and Nomenclature. Radiation, Magnitude and Luminosity. Distances, Motions and Physical Parameters. Spectral Classification. Stellar Evolution. Double Stars. Variable Stars. Clusters, Nebulae and Galaxies. 5. Star Charts. Appendix. Units and Notation. Astronomical Constants. Symbols and Abbreviations. Useful Addresses. Glossary. Index.
Copyright Date
2007

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    A very good and comprehensive guide to the night skies. A little complicated for the younger folks, but still a great way to get your feet wet regarding terminology and the rating of stellar bodies. I would certainly recommend it to anyone with more than just a passing interest in astronomical viewing. It really makes a great reference book that will stay up to date (with minor variations) for a long time.

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    Norton's is the best because it has everything neede to view celestial objects and where to locate them

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    Anyone who is genuinely interested in astronomy should own this book and if you have a telescope (or a good pair of binoculars) it's a must. I built my own 6.5 inch reflector telescope years a go and this book (a much earlier addition) was suggested by the local Astronomy Society I belonged to. The book might seem to be a bit technical at first but it's a book that you will read through again and again as you study the stars. You might not use a few sections to begin with but that doesn't matter - there are so many details presented in this book that you will find it helpful no matter what level of astronomy you're at. The star maps are really great to help you find stars and constellations and also to start understanding star magnitudes and how to measure a magnitude for yourself. Even ...

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