Observing Variable Stars, Novae and Supernovae (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781107636125)

Gerald North's complete practical guide and resource package instructs amateur astronomers in observing and monitoring variable stars and other objects of variable brightness. Descriptions of the objects are accompanied by explanations of the background astrophysics, providing readers with real insight into what they are observing at the telescope. The main instrumental requirements for observing and estimating the brightness of objects by visual means and by CCD photometry are detailed, and there is advice on the selection of equipment. The book contains a CD-ROM packed with resources, including hundreds of light-curves and over 600 printable finder charts. Containing extensive practical advice, this comprehensive guide is an invaluable resource for amateur astronomers of all levels, from novices to more advanced observers. Gerald North is a lifelong amateur astronomer. In addition to being a member of the British Astronomical Association since 1977, he is also the author of many books, including Advanced Amateur Astronomy (Cambridge, 1997) and Observing the Moon (Cambridge, 2000).

Author: Gerald North, Nick James
ISBN-10: 1107636124
ISBN-13: 9781107636125
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 08/21/2014
Pages: 242
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.97lbs
Size: 9.69h x 7.44w x 0.51d