Observing the Moon (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series)

By Peter T. Wlasuk

This is a reference book for anyone seriously interested in the Moon and its geology, it is also a companion for practical amateur astronomers. Detailed and extensively illustrated chapters catalogue... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1852331933
• ISBN13: 9781852331931
• Release Date: October 2000
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 182 Pages
• Weight: 1.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.5" x 0.5" x 7.5"

Customer Reviews

Some of the most fascinating phenomena on the moon's surface

Gerald North is a prominent and accessible lunar expert who draws upon his experience and expertise in Observing The Moon: The Modern' Astronomer's Guide to provide the reader with some of the most fascinating phenomena on the moon's surface, including practical information on how to find them and explore them. North also offers useful viewing advice that will prove invaluable for both the novice stargazer and the dedicated moonwatcher. He also discusses telescopes, cameras, computer hardware and software for every budget range as he guides the reader in getting the maximum out of his or her available equipment. Observing The Moon includes everything a backyard astronomer needs to know about shooting photos of the moon, addressing time exposures, high-resolution photography and slow films, as well as the optimal processing techniques, equipment and types of film to use. A virtual travel guide to the moon, Observing The Moon is a "must" for personal, professional, academic, and community library astronomy reference collections.