The Cambridge Star Atlas - Hardcover

Tirion, Wil

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0521560985 ISBN 13: 9780521560986

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1996

Synopsis

The Cambridge Star Atlas covers the entire sky, both northern and southern latitudes, in an attractive format that is suitable for beginners and experienced astronomical observers. There is a series of monthly sky charts, followed by an atlas of the whole sky, arranged in 20 overlapping charts. Each chart shows stars down to magnitude 6.5, together with about 900 non-stellar objects, such as clusters and galaxies, which can be seen with binoculars or a small telescope. There is a comprehensive map of the Moon's surface, showing craters and other named features. Wil Tirion is the world's foremost artist and designer of astronomical maps. For this edition he has devised improved versions of the monthly charts and added all-sky charts, and the text has been completely revised. In this improved and expanded format, The Cambridge Star Atlas is an ideal reference atlas for sky watchers everywhere.

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Review:

'Star maps of beauty and clarity are the hallmark of Wil Tirion. Imagine that you are anywhere in the world and want to know what stars are in the sky at any time; then his colourful and handy Cambridge Star Atlas ... is the book for you.' New Scientist '[This star atlas] is among the best I have ever used.' Alex Lovell, GNOMON

'... a painstakingly produced book ... literally opens up a galaxy of information.' Reference Reviews

'... excellent value for money'. David Stickland, The Observatory

From the Author:

Comment on the THIRD edition of the Cambridge Star Atlas
The third edition of the Cambridge Star Atlas is a vast improvement compared to the second edition. The 20 main star charts have completely been redrawn, using computer techniques and the maps contain more deepsky objects. Consequently there are completely new tables to accompany the maps.

Wil Tirion

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1996
• ISBN 10: 0521560985
• ISBN 13: 9780521560986
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 96