The Astronomical Observer

A Handbook To The Observatory And The Common Telescope (1864)

von William Arthur Darby

144 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Astronomical Observer: A Handbook To The Observatory And The Common Telescope (1864) is a comprehensive guide to the study of astronomy written by William Arthur Darby. This book is aimed at amateur astronomers and provides a detailed overview of how to use a telescope and how to observe the night sky. The author explains the different types of telescopes and their components, including the eyepiece, objective lens, and mount. He also covers the different types of celestial objects that can be observed, such as planets, stars, and galaxies. The book includes detailed instructions on how to set up an observatory and how to use a telescope to make observations. Additionally, the author provides practical advice on how to keep a record of observations and how to make accurate measurements. The Astronomical Observer is a valuable resource for anyone interested in astronomy and provides a comprehensive introduction to the subject.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Geowissenschaften, Geographie, Umwelt, Planung Geowissenschaften Meteorologie und Klimatologie (Klimaforschung)
• ISBN: 9781437052848
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 01.10.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC