9781108014076 - Celestial Objects for Common Telescopes (Cambridge Library Collection: Physical Sciences) von Webb, Thomas William (4 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: New. In.

Auflage: 1. 272 Seiten Sehr gut erhalten. Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 360 14,0 x 1,7 x 21,6 cm, OKarton, Taschenbuch.

Zustand: New. This 1859 guide for amateur astronomers served as a standard reference work for many decades to follow. Series: Cambridge Library Collection - Astronomy. Num Pages: 272 pages, 1 map. BIC Classification: PGS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 16. Weight in Grams: 350. . 2010. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Thomas William Webb (1807-1885) was an Oxford-educated English clergyman whose deep interest in astronomy and accompanying field observations eventually led to the publication of his Celestial Objects for Common Telescopes in 1859. An attempt 'to furnish the possessors of ordinary telescopes with plain directions for their use, and a list of objects for their advantageous employment', the book was popular with amateur stargazers for many decades to follow. Underlying Webb's celestial field guide and directions on telescope use was a deep conviction that the heavens pointed observers 'to the most impressive thoughts of the littleness of man, and of the unspeakable greatness and glory of the Creator'. A classic and well-loved work by a passionate practitioner, the monograph remains an important landmark in the history of astronomy, as well as a tool for use by amateurs and professionals alike.