The new atlas of the stars : constellations, stars and celestial objects / Axel Mellinger, Susanne M. Hoffmann ; [English translation, Storm Dunlop].
Mellinger, Axel.; Hoffmann, Susanne M.
2005
QB65 .M4513 2005
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Title
The new atlas of the stars : constellations, stars and celestial objects / Axel Mellinger, Susanne M. Hoffmann ; [English translation, Storm Dunlop].
Author
Mellinger, Axel.
Uniform Title
Grosse Kosmos Himmelsatlas. English
ISBN
155407102X
9781554071029
Publication Details
Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books, 2005.
Language
English
Description
96 p. : col. ill. ; 34 cm.
Call Number
QB65 .M4513 2005
Dewey Decimal Classification
523.8/022/3
Summary
A reference for stargazers anywhere in the world -- 30 charts with overlays cover the Northern and Southern Hemispheres as well as Equatorial Region. Includes the basics of astrophotography, and practical viewing tips. The ultimate guide for stargazing, anywhere in the world. The scope of The New Atlas of the Stars is remarkably comprehensive. Astronomy buffs and sky watchers will find this abundantly illustrated reference book useful anywhere in the world. Star charts depict the night sky, and this atlas is arranged so that one section of the sky is shown and described on each double-page spread. The two polar regions have their own individual pages. There are 30 charts covering the whole sky, and each chart has a plastic overlay depicting the names of the important stars. The first section of the book is a general overview of astronomy and includes:- Stars and constellations - Historical star charts - The motion of the heavens - Star trails - The Milky Way. The other three sections feature galaxies and constellations found in the Northern Hemisphere, Equatorial Region and Southern Hemisphere. The final section covers the basics of astrophotography and digital imaging as well as practical and useful viewing tips. The New Atlas of the Stars is the ultimate reference for the astronomer.
Note
Translation of: Der grosse Kosmos Himmelsatlas.
Bibliography, etc. Note
Includes bibliographical references (p. 96)
Added Author
Hoffmann, Susanne M.
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Foreword
Stars and constellations
Historical star charts
Movement of the heavens
Star trails
Key charts
Our Milky Way
Northern hemisphere: Ursa minor, Polaris and Camelopardalis
Andromeda galaxy
Andromeda, Cassiopeia and Cepheus
Cassiopeia, Persirus and Traiangulum
Auriga, Gemini and Taurus
Ursa Major, Lynx and Leo Minor
Ursa Major and Canes Venatici
Boötes and Corona Borealis
Draco, Hercules and Lyra
Cepheus, Cygnus and Vulpecula
California nebula
Equatorial region: Pegasus, Pisces and Aquarius
Pieces, Cetus and Aries
Taurus and Eridanus
- Orion, Lepus and Monoceros
Cancer and Canis Minor
Lew, Sextans and Hydra
Coma Berenices, Corvus and Crater
Virgo and its surroundings
Corona Borealis, Serpens and Libra
Serpens, Ophiuchus and Scutum
Sagitta, Aquila and Delphinus
Delphinus, Aquarius and Equuleus
Southern cross
Southern hemisphere: Sculptor, Phoenix and Tucana
Eridanus, Horologium and Fornax
Canis Major, Columba and Dorado
Three sections of the heavenly ship Argo
Around the southern cross
Centaurus, Lupus and Norma
Sagittarius, Telescopium and Ara
Capricornus, Pisces Austrinus and Indus
Eta Carinae Nebula
Around the South Celestial pole
Large Magellanic cloud
Appendices: Astrophotography
From the starry sky to the computer
Constellations and deep-sky objects
Glossary
Further information.

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