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Massey, Steve.

Atlas of the southern night sky [cartographic material] / Steve Massey, Steve Quirk. - Chatswood, N.S.W. : New Holland Publishers (Australia), 2007. - 1 atlas (287 p.) : col. ill. ; 29 cm.

A guide to observing Australia's night sky including maps and star charts of all the constellations. Contents also includes measuring the sky, stars and star names, deep sky objects, the solar system, tools for observing the sky and astro imaging.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 279) and index.

Take a tour of the fascinating celestial objects of the southern sky in the company of experts, with the help of accessible star charts and maps of the planets. Hundreds of stunning images illuminate the far reaches of our southern celestial sphere, and interesting text helps our understanding of the more curious and obscure images and concepts. There's information on telescopes and the best way of getting the most out of a night under the southern stars. This is a must-have volume for both serious and amateur sky watchers.


ISBN: 9781741105308 (hbk.) : $39.95 1741105307 (hbk.) : $39.95

Source: 14 Aquatic Drive Frenchs Forest NSW 2086

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Astronomy--Australia--Charts, diagrams, etc.
Astronomy--Australia--Observers' manuals.
Astronomy--Australia--Popular works.
Southern sky (Astronomy)--Charts, diagrams, etc.
Southern sky (Astronomy)--Observers' manuals.
Southern sky (Astronomy)--Popular works.

Dewey Class. No.: 523.809