The Moon Observer's Handbook

Synopsis

this Book Explains In A Practical Way Everything That An Amateur Astronomer Needs To Know In Order To Undertake Lunar Observations.

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written By A Founder Member Of The American Lunar Society, This Book Is Designed To Help Amateur Astronomers Begin Lunar Observations, Record Their Observations Accurately, And, Where Possible, Make Contributions Of Scientific Value. Price Explains The Complex Motion Of The Moon Through The Sky And Describes The Sorts Of Telescopes That Are Suited For Lunar Observation. The Central Section Of The Book Outlines The Features On The Moon's Surface That One Can Expect To See Throughout The Month. The Text Is Supported By Numerous Drawings And Photographs. Annotation C. Book News, Inc., Portland, Or (booknews.com)