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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
ISBN-10
0521321131
ISBN-13
9780521321136
eBay Product ID (ePID)
534496
Product Key Features
Book Title
Observing Variable Stars : a Guide for the Beginner
Number of Pages
224 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Astronomy
Publication Year
1989
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Science
Format
Hardcover
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Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
24.7 Oz
Item Length
9.7 in
Item Width
6.9 in
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LCCN
89-031430
Reviews
"A well-written guide, by one of this country's most enthusiastic amateur astronomers..." Andrew Fraknoi, Mercury, "Well presented with large, readable print, the book covers all the bases. Systematic observation is the goal, but the route is illuminated with anecdote and historic perspective."Griffith Observer, "...This is a quality book throughout. I recommend it highly to amateurs everywhere who feel that they have passed the 'star gazing' stage and now wish to make their own personal contribution to human knowledge. The publishers are to be commended for giving David Levy the chance to make it available to a wide audience..." The Reflector, "...successfully mixes the technical and human aspects of variable star observing and the reader is treated to a number of historical digressions that are educational in themselves."Astronomy, "This new book is delightful and I learned a few new facts by reading it...The work is well researched, thought out, and executed...For those of you who have not yet been introduced to variable stars, enjoy this introduction. For those already acquainted with 'variables,' give yourself a few cloudy nights with this delightful book!" The Strolling Astronomer, "...This is a quality book throughout. I recommend it highly to amateurs everywhere who feel that they have passed the 'star gazing' stage and now wish to make their own personal contribution to human knowledge. The publishers are to be commended for giving David Levy the chance to make it available to a wide audience..."The Reflector, "If you think variable star observing is boring, this book will convince you otherwise. Most importantly, Observing Variable Stars will get you outside looking at the sky." Deep Sky, "This new book is delightful and I learned a few new facts by reading it...The work is well researched, thought out, and executed...For those of you who have not yet been introduced to variable stars, enjoy this introduction. For those already acquainted with 'variables,' give yourself a few cloudy nights with this delightful book!"The Strolling Astronomer, "...successfully mixes the technical and human aspects of variable star observing and the reader is treated to a number of historical digressions that are educational in themselves." Astronomy, "Well presented with large, readable print, the book covers all the bases. Systematic observation is the goal, but the route is illuminated with anecdote and historic perspective." Griffith Observer, "If you think variable star observing is boring, this book will convince you otherwise. Most importantly, Observing Variable Stars will get you outside looking at the sky."Deep Sky
Dewey Edition
21
Dewey Decimal
523.8/44
Table Of Content
Foreword; Opening thoughts; Acknowledgments; Part I. Getting To Know The Sky: 1. Beginning with the Big Dipper; 2. Magnitude, color, and distance; 3. A word on binoculars and telescopes; 4. Learning to see; Part II. Getting To Know The Variables: 5. Meeting the family; 6. Getting started with Cepheids; 7. Algol, the demon of autumn; 8. How to estimate a variable; 9. Names and records; 10. Observing hints; 11. Stately and wonderful; 12. Stars of challenge; 13. Bright, easy, and interesting; 14. Betelgeuse: easy and hard; 15. Not too regular; 16. Nova? What nova?; 17. Supernovae; 18. Three stars for all seasons; 19. A nova in reverse; 20. RU Lupi?; 21. Orion, the star factory; 22. Other variable things; 23. The Sun; Part III. Suggested Variables For Observation Throughout The Year: Introduction: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, Southern sky notes; Part IV. A Miscellany: 24. Stars and people; 25. The next generation; 26. Going further; Glossary and abbreviations; Index.
Synopsis
Aimed at the enthusiast, this book gives a thorough account of all aspects of variable star observation., David Levy's entertaining, well-researched book is aimed at the amateur enthusiast who likes to learn enjoyably. Beginning with advice on binoculars and telescopes, and how to observe the night sky effectively, the author goes on to describe thoroughly the field of variable star observation, a field in which amateurs have made important contributions. He shows how to interpret variations in light output in terms of the life of a star, from birth through to sometimes violent death. All of the major variable stars are described and classified, as well as other variable objects such as active galaxies, asteroids, comets and the sun. The book also contains a guide to the seasonal night sky. Throughout, practical observations serve to complement the text, producing an exciting, very readable introduction to this fascinating subject., Observation of variable stars is an area where anyone can make a contribution to science, and is a fascinating activity using a small telescope or even a pair of binoculars. Aimed at the enthusiast, this book gives a thorough and lively description of all aspects of observing variable stars, including a seasonal guide to the skies., Variable star astronomy is one field that still allows amateur astronomers to make significant contributions to the advancement of science. Everyone can play a part in variable star observations, using a small telescope, binoculars, or even the naked eye. Written by an award-winning astronomer, Observing Variable Stars provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of variable star observation for the amateur. The book begins with advice on binoculars and telescopes, and on how and when to observe stars effectively. Levy then explains the ways in which to interpret variation in light output in terms of the life of a star, from birth to sometimes violent death. All the major variables are described and classified, as well as other variable objects such as active galaxies, asteroids, comets, and the sun. The book also illustrates how astrophysicists interpret variations in light output in terms of the evolution of stars. Observing Variable Stars contains a seasonal guide to the night sky usable in all latitudes. Throughout, practical observations serve to complement the text, making this an enjoyable, readable introduction to an exciting area of astronomy.
LC Classification Number
QB835 .L48 1989
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