BURNHAMS CELESTIAL HANDBOOK AN OBSERVERS GUIDE TO THE UNIVERSE BEYOND THE SOLAR SYSTEM
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📘 Book Details
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Author: Robert Burnham
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Publisher: Dover
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Language: English
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ISBN: 9780486235684
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Pages: 700
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Cover: Paperback
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Release Date: 01-02-1978
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Format: Illustrated
📝 About The Book
The Celestial Handbook (Revised Edition) by Robert Burnham is an essential reference for both amateur and advanced astronomers, offering an exhaustive and richly detailed exploration of the stars and other celestial objects outside our solar system. This second volume, focusing on objects from Chamaeleon through Orion, continues Burnham’s remarkable survey of the universe, now updated through 1977.
The book provides a thorough introduction, giving beginners enough foundational knowledge to understand roughly 80% of the material. It then dives into detailed descriptions of thousands of celestial objects visible through two- to twelve-inch telescopes. These objects are organized by their respective constellations, with each constellation divided into sections for double and multiple stars, variable stars, star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies. Each object is meticulously described with its name, celestial coordinates, classification, and physical characteristics.
What truly makes this book a standout is the fascinating set of descriptive notes for each object. These notes delve into historical context, unusual movements, and modern explanations for phenomena like white dwarfs, supernovae, cepheids, gaseous nebulae, and more. Over 300 stunning photographs of these objects, along with hundreds of charts, make the book a visual feast and a practical tool for identifying and exploring celestial wonders.
Whether you are just starting your journey into astronomy or are already a seasoned stargazer, The Celestial Handbook offers an unparalleled resource that combines detailed information with visual beauty, making it a must-have reference for anyone passionate about the stars and the cosmos.