An Observer S Guide To Comet Hale Bopp
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An Observer S Guide To Comet Hale Bopp
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Author : Don Machholz
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1996
An Observer S Guide To Comet Hale Bopp written by Don Machholz and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Astronomy categories.
The Comet Hale Bopp Book
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Author : Thomas A. Hockey
language : en
Publisher: Atl PressScientific Pub
Release Date : 1996
The Comet Hale Bopp Book written by Thomas A. Hockey and has been published by Atl PressScientific Pub this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Science categories.
A fascinating introduction to the recently discovered Comet Hale-Bopp that will soon burst onto the celestial scene. The comet will be one of the most-studied and perhaps brightest. It arrives on the heels of other recent comets in the "year of the comet". Hockey's book fills the long-standing demand for a guidebook that helps everyone gripped by "comet-fever" appreciate this spectacular event. It is written in a lucid style for a non-technical readership. Biographical details and first-person quotes from Alan Hale and Thomas Bopp, among others, humanize the science behind the comet and capture the "feel" of what could well-be the astronomical event of the decade. The book provides the reader with charts and tables to locate and observe the comet. Hockey tells the story of the comet's discovery, astronomer's reaction to it, and their preparation for its arrival. It also discusses other famous comets, including Comet Halley, Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9 and Comet Hyakutake, and their significance. "This is a well-written account of everything you need to know to enjoy Comet Hale-Bopp. The level of writing is most appropriate for young teens, but their parents will pick it up and learn a great deal as well. I was particularly impressed with how well the author handles scientific concepts for this audience. They are deftly woven into the text, and should inspire young readers to see science as an exciting process, not a collection of factoids". Dr. Catharine Garmany, University of Colorado, Boulder, Chair, Education Advisory Board, American Astronomical Society "It is refreshing... to see this authoritative little book... The book is especially suitable for younger readers, observers, andamateur astronomers. The profuse photo illustrations include not only some of the better NASA and large-telescope images of comets, asteroids, and craters, but also shots of current science personalities, including the discoverers; Hale and Bopp. All in all, the book gives an easy introduction to why scientists and naturalists are excited about the approach of a new, major comet... Perhaps the most inspiring chapters for many readers will be the last two, which detail how and where to watch for the comet, the role of amateurs in comet studies, and how to understand and use small telescopes... I recommend it for younger readers and applaud the author... for introducing a whole new generation of readers to their own personal comet and hence to the wonders of the universe around us". Dr. William K. Hartmann, Planetary Science Institute, Tucson, Author of "Astronomy: the Cosmic Journey" and "Moons and Planets", co-author of "The Modern Theory for the Origin of the Moon", Mariner 9 space-probe imaging team co-investigator, Space Artist "Hockey has the first-time astronomical observer clearly in his sights...young astronomers will enjoy Hockey. "John Hughes, Sky and Telescope, February 1997 "This book correctly identifies itself as "a fascinating introduction to the recently-discovered Comet Hale-Bopp"...Author Thomas Hockey is a professional planetary scientist, and a professor at a university (Northern Iowa) noted for its emphasis on quality astronomy education. It is therefore not surprising that this book is clear and accurate... Hockey has a distinctive conversational style which is neither pedantic nor slick; his book reads like a story from cover to cover. It is neither a textbooknor an encyclopedia on comets". Prof. John R. Percy, Astronomer, University of Toronto, Chair, International Astronomical Union Commission: The Teaching of Astronomy "If you are interested in either finding Comet Hale-Bopp or learning about the mysterious lore of comets, then this is the book for you. Hockey is a real story-teller when he relates the discovery of Hale-Bopp; he shows how the roles played by both amateur and professional astronomy knit together. Hockey writes in a casual, easy-to-read style which makes concepts clear without resorting to math. I especially recommend this book for teachers and their students". Prof. Mary Kay Hemenway, Astronomer, University of Texas at Austin, Education Officer, American Astronomical Society "I find the book to be a rare gem in the popular science canon which, by my personal standards, covers a fascinating subject, is of relevance to the scientific community and well written". Bruce Gain, Editor, Earth Space Review "The interested public will find this book both entertaining and informative". Prof. Thomas E. Cravens, Astronomer, University of Kansas "A fascinating introduction to the recently-discovered Comet Hale-Bopp". America Online "The Comet Hale-Bopp Book is a nicely illustrated guide... It has been targeted at the novice and/or younger audience and meets this objective admirably. The text is written in a modern, easy to read style and is littered with analogies which help the reader relate to such things as astronomical distance scales and the like. Chapter three is typical of the books excellent non-technical narrative. The author manages to discuss gravity and orbital dynamics in just g pages, yet leaves the reader witha clear understanding of how and why comets orbit the Sun... This book is a lucid, well written text and is well suited to help the novice comet enthusiast discover the delights of comet watching". Vello Tabur, Comet Discoverer
Everybody S Comet
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Author : Alan Hale
language : en
Publisher: High Lonesome Books
Release Date : 1996
Everybody S Comet written by Alan Hale and has been published by High Lonesome Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Science categories.
Discovered in July 1995 by Alan Hale and Thomas Bopp, Comet Hale-Bopp was the brightest comet ever seen at its distance. This gives the history of its discovery, explains how to view it from fall 1996 to spring 1997, and explains the relationship of comets to the birth of our solar system, and to asteroids, meteors and eclipses of the sun and moon.
The Comet Halley Handbook
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Author : Donald K. Yeomans
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1983
The Comet Halley Handbook written by Donald K. Yeomans and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1983 with Comets categories.
Observer S Guide To Halley S Comet
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Author : James Muirden
language : en
Publisher: Philip's
Release Date : 1985-01-01
Observer S Guide To Halley S Comet written by James Muirden and has been published by Philip's this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1985-01-01 with Halley's comet categories.
Blazing A Ghostly Trail
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Author : Peter Grego
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2013-10-19
Blazing A Ghostly Trail written by Peter Grego and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-10-19 with Science categories.
Ice and Fire: Great Comets to Come was written because a special celestial event climaxes towards the end of 2013 – the arrival, fresh from the Oort Cloud, of Comet C/2012 S1 (ISON). By all predictions – even the most pessimistic ones – this comet is set to be one of, perhaps the most, dazzling comet seen in modern history and has the astronomical world buzzing with anticipation. Skywatchers have already been primed for C/2012 (ISON) earlier in 2013 with the apparition of another naked-eye comet, C/2011 L4 (PanSTARRS), and following C/2012 S1 (ISON) there is the prospect of 2012 K1 (PanSTARRS) reaching naked eye visibility in August 2014. Future bright cometary prospects are also discussed, taking into account the latest predictions. Examining the origin and nature of comets using examples of great comets from the past, this book sets the scene for the arrival of Comet C/2012 S1 and those following it over the next few years in the inner Solar System. Skywatchers and amateur astronomers can learn how to follow, observe and record comets. There is also a guide on how to keep abreast of the latest cometary discoveries and how to use a variety of reputable sources, including publications, websites, programs and apps to visualize and plan observations. The role of the amateur in cometary discovery also is featured, as well as details on how professional astronomers plan to get the most ‘science’ out of cometary apparitions, how and why professionals go about discovering comets, and upcoming plans to visit comets with space probes (and later, perhaps, human visits). Illustrations provide historic images of comets, images from space probes and images of the latest bright comets. Orbital plots and easy-to-follow sky charts are also included. This book is a unique guide that sets the scene by giving a comprehensive history of comets and examples of great comets throughout history and informs the reader about the nature and origins of this spectacular occurence. Expectations are fully covered by explaining not only what the regular person can expect to see, but how amateur astronomers can plan observations and what steps the professionals are taking to ‘get the most science’ from this exciting event.
Visually Observing Comets
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Author : David A. J. Seargent
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2017-03-23
Visually Observing Comets written by David A. J. Seargent and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-03-23 with Science categories.
In these days of computers and CCD cameras, visual comet observers can still contribute scientifically useful data with the help of this handy reference for use in the field. Comets are one of the principal areas for productive pro-amateur collaboration in astronomy, but finding comets requires a different approach than the observing of more predictable targets. Principally directed toward amateur astronomers who prefer visual observing or who are interested in discovering a new comet or visually monitoring the behavior of known comets, it includes all the advice needed to thrive as a comet observer. After presenting a brief overview of the nature of comets and how we came to the modern understanding of comets, this book details the various types of observations that can usefully be carried out at the eyepiece of a telescope. Subjects range from how to search for new comets to visually estimating the brightness of comets and the length and orientation of tails, in addition to what to look for in comet heads and tails. Details are also given of 20 periodic comets, predicted to return between the years 2017 and 2027, that are expected to become suitable targets for visual observing, in addition to information on a famous comet potentially visible each year and subject to great outbursts of brightness.
Great Comets
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Author : Robert Burnham
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2000-05-04
Great Comets written by Robert Burnham and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000-05-04 with Nature categories.
Spectacular and mysterious objects that come and go in the night sky, comets have dwelt in our popular culture for untold ages. As remnants from the formation of the Solar system, they are objects of key scientific research and space missions. As one of nature's most potent and dramatic dangers, they pose a threat to our safety--and yet they were the origin of our oceans and perhaps even life itself. This beautifully illustrated book tells the story of the biggest and most awe-inspiring of all comets: those that have earned the title "Great." Robert Burnham focuses on the Great comets Hyakutake in 1996 and Hale-Bopp in 1997, which gripped attention worldwide because, for many, they were the first comets ever seen. He places these two recent comets in the context of their predecessors from past ages, among them the famous Comet Halley. Great Comets explains the exciting new discoveries that have come from these magnificent objects and profiles the spaceprobes to comets due for launch in the next few years. The book even takes a peek behind Hollywood's science-fiction fantasies to assess the real risks humanity faces from potential impacts of both comets and asteroids. For everyone interested in astronomy, this exciting book reveals the secrets of the Great Comets and provides essential tools for keeping up to date with comet discoveries in the future. Robert Burnham has been an amateur astronomer since the mid-1950s. He has been a senior editor of Astronomy magazine (1986-88) and is the author of many books and CD-ROMS, including Comet Hale-Bopp: Find and Enjoy the Great Comet and Comet Explorer.
Through The Telescope A Guide For The Amateur Astronomer Revised Edition
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Author : Patricia Barnes-Svarney
language : en
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Release Date : 2000
Through The Telescope A Guide For The Amateur Astronomer Revised Edition written by Patricia Barnes-Svarney and has been published by McGraw-Hill this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Science categories.
In the ten years since this award-winning book was originally written by Michael Porcellino, the field of astronomy and its discoveries has grown by leaps and bounds. From the astounding images sent back by the Hubble Space Telescope, to the bright comet Hale-Bopp from the fleet of Martian probes, to the long-distance explorations of the Moon, Jupiter, Venus and Saturn--the universe has become more accessible than ever. And thanks to this revised and thoroughly updated new edition by astronomer and science writer, Patricia Barnes-Svarney, anyone with an interest can delve into its wonders. From the very close up to the far reaches of space, THROUGH THE TELESCOPE presents a uniquely "user-friendly" view of the universe, and offers both novice and advanced amateur astronomers some of the best tools available to watch the nighttime skies. You’ll learn all about: * Setting up a good, user-friendly telescope system * How to look at the universe in order to really see it * Upgrading your telescope for peak performance * How to spot a star cluster, a nebulaÖeven a supernova * Forming your own network of amateur astronomers. Complete with a web site appendix and fully updated charts on eclipses and planetary oppositions well into the year 2000, this edition of an acclaimed book will be an invaluable users guide for aspiring astronomers entering the new millennium.
Comets
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Author : David J. Eicher
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2013-09-23
Comets written by David J. Eicher and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-09-23 with Science categories.
Practical guide to the history and science of comets, including techniques and tips on how to observe and image them.