Handbook For The Stars: Containing Rules For Finding The Names And Positions Of All The Stars Of The First And Second Magnitude (1868)

By Henry William Jeans

Book Overview

Handbook For The Stars: Containing Rules For Finding The Names And Positions Of All The Stars Of The First And Second Magnitude (1868) is a comprehensive guidebook written by Henry William Jeans. The book is designed to help readers locate and identify all the stars of the first and second magnitude. It provides detailed instructions and rules for finding the names and positions of these stars, making it an essential resource for amateur astronomers and stargazers. The guidebook is organized into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of stargazing. It includes detailed descriptions of the constellations, charts, and diagrams to help readers identify the stars, and a glossary of terms to help readers understand the technical language used in astronomy. Overall, Handbook For The Stars is a valuable resource for anyone interested in stargazing and astronomy, and it remains a popular reference book for enthusiasts and professionals alike.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104174014
• ISBN13: 9781104174019
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 76 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"