Sky & Telescope's Mirror-Image Moon Map

Sky & Telescope's Mirror-Image Moon Map
Author: Sky Publishing
Publisher: Sky & Telescope
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007-05
Genre:
ISBN: 9781931559201

We've flipped the Moon to show a mirror-reversed, north-up lunar disk, as it appears in telescopes with an odd number of reflections. (If your telescope setup shows the Moon mirror-reversed with south up, turn this map upside down.)

Sky & Telescope's Field Map of the Moon

Sky & Telescope's Field Map of the Moon
Author: Gary Seronik
Publisher: Sky Publishing Corporation
Total Pages:
Release: 2005-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9781931559225

The only moon reference you'll need at the telescope! Using maps drawn by renowned lunar cartographer Antonin Rukl, you'll be able to find and identify craters, lava flows, mountains and more. The unique design allows you to look at the entire moon, individual quarters or any two neighboring quarters at the same time, and the durable lamination will protect your map from dew, spills, and everyday wear and tear for years to come.

Mirror-Image Moon Map

Mirror-Image Moon Map
Author: Sky Publishing
Publisher: Sky & Telescope
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007-05
Genre:
ISBN: 9781931559218

We've flipped the Moon to show a mirror-reversed, north-up lunar disk, as it appears in telescopes with an odd number of reflections. (If your telescope setup shows the Moon mirror-reversed with south up, turn this map upside down.)

The Last Stargazers

The Last Stargazers
Author: Emily Levesque
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 358
Release: 2020-08-04
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1492681083

The story of the people who see beyond the stars—an astronomy book for adults still spellbound by the night sky Embark on a captivating cosmic journey with The Last Stargazers. This enthralling book takes you on an awe-inspiring exploration of the night sky, offering a unique perspective on the vast celestial wonders that have fascinated humanity for millennia. Written by astrophysicist Dr. Emily Levesque, The Last Stargazers combines scientific expertise with captivating storytelling, making it the perfect companion for both astronomy enthusiasts and curious minds. Dr. Levesque's passion for the stars shines through as she shares her personal experiences and encounters while working at some of the world's most renowned observatories. Delve into the fascinating world of astronomy as you uncover the secrets of distant galaxies, supernovae, and elusive celestial phenomena. Discover: Inspiring narratives: Dr. Levesque's engaging storytelling transports readers to the front lines of astronomical research, providing a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the life of a modern-day stargazer. Cutting-edge research: Stay up to date with the latest scientific breakthroughs and advancements in the field of astronomy, as Dr. Levesque shares her firsthand experiences and encounters. Accessible explanations: Complex astronomical concepts are made understandable and relatable, allowing readers of all backgrounds to appreciate and comprehend the wonders of the cosmos. Personal perspective: Gain insight into the personal journey of a dedicated scientist as she navigates the challenges and triumphs of studying the stars. Whether you're a seasoned astronomer, a casual stargazer, or simply someone with a curiosity about the universe, The Last Stargazers is an indispensable guide that will ignite your passion for the cosmos and leave you in awe of the wonders that lie beyond. Take a leap into the vast unknown on a celestial odyssey like no other.

Discover the Moon

Discover the Moon
Author: Jean Lacroux
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2003
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780521535557

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Observing the Moon

Observing the Moon
Author: Gerald North
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 21
Release: 2007-07-05
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1139464949

Written by an experienced and well-known lunar observer, this is a hands-on primer for the aspiring observer of the Moon. Whether you are a novice or are already experienced in practical astronomy, you will find plenty in this book to help you raise your game to the next level and beyond. In this thoroughly updated second edition, the author provides extensive practical advice and sophisticated background knowledge of the Moon and of lunar observation. It incorporates the latest developments in lunar imaging techniques, including digital photography, CCD imaging and webcam observing, and essential advice on collimating all common types of telescope. Learn what scientists have discovered about our Moon, and what mysteries remain still to be solved. Find out how you can take part in the efforts to solve these mysteries, as well as enjoying the Moon's spectacular magnificence for yourself!

Sketching the Moon

Sketching the Moon
Author: Richard Handy
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2011-12-11
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1461409411

For anyone artistically inclined, observing the Moon and attempting to sketch or paint it can easily become a passion. The Moon presents a broad array of tone, texture, and form. Capturing this in a painting or sketch at the eyepiece of a telescope – or even with binoculars – develops observational skills, leaves a record of the observation, and can also be a delightful and rewarding pastime. However, the choice of media available is extensive (acrylic paint, oils, pen, charcoal, etc., and even computer art programs), and there is no existing text that fully explains all lunar sketching and painting techniques in each respective medium. This beautiful and graphically rich book fulfills this requirement. It presents detailed step-by-step instructions, in the form of illustrated tutorials for every major medium employed to represent the Moon. It also provides practical advice on how to sketch outdoors at night (not ideal conditions for an artist!). This is easily the most extensive book on the subject of lunar art for amateur astronomers, particularly those observing through a telescope. The diverse features of the lunar surface will attract and entice readers to review the number of different media presented, exciting and inspiring them with the possibilities of learning to depict all of the fascinating aspects of Earth's very own satellite.

Lunar Orbiter Photographic Atlas of the Near Side of the Moon

Lunar Orbiter Photographic Atlas of the Near Side of the Moon
Author: Charles Byrne
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2010-03-17
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1846281547

Removes the scanning artefacts and transmission imperfections to produce a most comprehensive and beautifully detailed set of images of the lunar surface. To help practical astronomers, all the photographs are systematically related to an Earth-based view. Organized to make it easy for astronomers to use, enabling ground-based images and views to be compared with the Orbiter photographs.

Astronomical Discoveries You Can Make, Too!

Astronomical Discoveries You Can Make, Too!
Author: Robert K. Buchheim
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 557
Release: 2015-05-12
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3319156608

You too can follow in the steps of the great astronomers such as Hipparchus, Galileo, Kepler and Hubble, who all contributed so much to our modern understanding of the cosmos. This book gives the student or amateur astronomer the following tools to replicate some of these seminal observations from their own homes: With your own eyes: Use your own observations and measurements to discover and confirm the phenomena of the seasons, the analemma and the equation of time, the logic behind celestial coordinates, and even the precession of the equinoxes. With a consumer-grade digital camera: Record the changing brightness of an eclipsing binary star and show that a pulsating star changes color as it brightens and dims. Add an inexpensive diffraction grating to your camera and see the variety of spectral features in the stars, and demonstrate that the Sun’s spectrum is similar to one particular type of stellar spectrum. With a backyard telescope: Add a CCD imager and you can measure the scale of the Solar System and the distance to a nearby star. You could even measure the distance to another galaxy and observe the cosmological redshift of the expanding universe. Astronomical Discoveries You Can Make, Too! doesn’t just tell you about the development of astronomy; it shows you how to discover for yourself the essential features of the universe.