Saturn and How to Observe It (Astronomers' Observing Guides) Paperback - 2005
by Benton Jr., Julius L
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- Title Saturn and How to Observe It (Astronomers' Observing Guides)
- Author Benton Jr., Julius L
- Binding Paperback
- Edition U. S. EDITION
- Condition Used - Good
- Pages 182
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Springer, UK
- Date December 8, 2005
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Bibliography, Illustrated, Index
- Bookseller's Inventory # 1852338873.G
- ISBN 9781852338879 / 1852338873
- Weight 1.05 lbs (0.48 kg)
- Dimensions 9.24 x 7.04 x 0.44 in (23.47 x 17.88 x 1.12 cm)
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2005925511
- Dewey Decimal Code 523.46
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Saturn is the second largest planet in the solar system, and the only one with a spectacular ring system easily visible from Earth. Julius Benton's Saturn and How to Observe It provides a compendium of the latest information, amateur and professional images of Saturn. These images are followed by advice on how to observe Saturn using a variety of telescope apertures, color filters and magnifications. This text is a goldmine of information for all levels of amateur observers, from the beginner to the highly experienced.
Brought to life by crisp color photographs, Saturn and How to Observe It is a modern comprehensive review of Saturn as a planet and its magnificent ring system. The book includes some of the latest detailed theories and physical descriptions of Saturn and its satellites.
The techniques for observing Saturn are outlined in this book, giving the reader a thorough explanation of what they are viewing.