Astronomical Spectroscopy for Amateurs

Astronomical Spectroscopy for Amateurs
Author: Ken M. Harrison
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 239
Release: 2011-02-07
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1441972390

Astronomical Spectroscopy for Amateurs is a complete guide for amateur astronomers who are looking for a new challenge. After a brief overview of the development of spectroscopes and an introduction to the theory of stellar spectra, the book goes on to examine the various types of spectroscopes available to amateurs. Next, practical sections address all aspects of setting-up and using various types of commercially-available and home-built spectroscopes. A final part gives detailed instructions for the design and construction of three different spectroscopes, along with the necessary design theory (minimal math). The home-made spectroscopes have performance capabilities near or equal to commercial units but are constructed using basic hand tools for a fraction of the cost! This up-to-date practical spectroscopy book will enable amateur astronomers to develop the skills and equipment needed to prepare scientifically acceptable spectra data, and to make a valuable contribution to ProAm projects.

The Senate of the United States: And Other Essays and Addresses Historical and Literary

The Senate of the United States: And Other Essays and Addresses Historical and Literary
Author: Henry Cabot Lodge
Publisher: Wentworth Press
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2019-02-23
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9780469531109

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Bonds of Affection

Bonds of Affection
Author: John E. Bodnar
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 364
Release: 1996-06-02
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780691043968

From the World Wars through Vietnam to the Clinton presidency, this volume assesses a variety of factors influencing patriotism. Exposure to the cultures of foreign enemies caused citizens to reassess ideals of national devotion at home. Wartime celebrations of male warrior heroes provoked both patriotic celebrations of masculine power and opposition to it.

Spheres of Liberty

Spheres of Liberty
Author: Michael Kammen
Publisher: Univ. Press of Mississippi
Total Pages: 221
Release: 2001
Genre: History
ISBN: 1578063949

A historical overview of the concept of liberty in American culture and thought

Can You Top This?

Can You Top This?
Author: Senator Ed Ford
Publisher: Pickle Partners Publishing
Total Pages: 337
Release: 2018-12-05
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1789126363

You know this trio of gagsters. They’re heard twice weekly, over the NBC national hookup on Fridays, and over station WOR every Wednesday night. Here, sifted from thousands of their best, is the very cream of their jets. Most of these stories broke the Laughmeter as studio audiences howled with delight. Even if you’ve heard some of them before, you’ll love the new twist these experts have given them. Just to add to the general hilarity of the book, thumbnose sketches of each other have been written by those versatile gentlemen, and a further attraction, they have thrown in cartoons too. One word of warning before you open CAN YOU TOP THIS? Don’t blame us if you laugh yourself sick.