The Cambridge Guide to Astronomical Discovery
Editorial Reviews
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'This gem of a book is designed to be inspirational ... I have no doubt that as a result of this book new discoverers and new discoveries will follow. A compelling read.' Journal of the British Astronomical Association
'... a readable and illuminating guide ...' Science
' ... pleasure to find a well written volume with an original theme.' Webb Society Reviews
Book Description
How would you like to discover a comet? Would you like to be the first person to recognise a new star, such as a nova or supernova? This book tells you how to become an astronomical discoverer using only modest equipment. It describes what approach to take and how to search the night skies for the unexpected. It includes 19 contributions from amateur astronomers who are world famous for the discoveries they have already made. Dr William (Bill) Liller was a professional astronomer for 35 years, working at the University of Michigan and Harvard University, where he was Chairman of the Department of Astronomy. He took early retirement and started a second astronomical career, as an amateur astronomer. He is now the world's leading discoverer of novae and related objects, and has also found one comet, a supernova in a remote galaxy, and an asteroid. This book covers all the kinds of objects that an amateur can hope to find as a result of systematic searching. It includes personal contributions from noted amateurs such as David Levy and Minoru Honda (comets), Bob Evans (supernovae), and Eleanor Helin and Brian Manning (asteroids), who share the secrets of their successful methods. The use of electronic technology is included, as well as instructions on how to publicise a discovery. Extensive appendices pack in a mass of essential data for every new discoverer of cosmic events.
The Cambridge Guide to Astronomical Discovery,William Liller,Cambridge University Press,0521418399,Amateurs' manuals,Astronomy,Astronomy (General),Astronomy - General,Observers' manuals,Science,Science/Mathematics,Astronomical observation: observatories, equipment & methods,Popular astronomy,Science / Astronomy
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