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Nightwatch: A Practical Guide To Viewing The Universe
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With 250,000 Copies In Print Since Its Initial Publication In 1983, Nightwatch Has Become A Standard Reference Guide For Stargazers Throughout North America. The New Third Edition Expands On That Success With A Completely Revised And Updated Text, More Than 100 New Color Photos And Diagrams And 16 Additional Pages That Cover Such! New Astronomical Pursuits As Computerized Telescopes, Reviews Of New Telescope Designs And Accessories, And Astronomy On The Internet. All Charts, Tables And Diagrams Have Been Updated And, In Some Cases, Redesigned For Easier Use. Improved Spacecraft Measurements Of The Distances To The Stars (Recently Released By The European Space Agency) Are Included In The Charts, Along With Additional Observing Tips For Stargazers Using Binoculars And Telescopes. An Expanded Chapter On Astrophotography Lists The Best Modern Films And Cameras For Skyshooting. The New Nightwatch Is Faithful To The Ultrasimplified, No Jargon Philosophy Of The Original, And At The Same Time, Offers Substantially More Practical Information For The Novice And Intermediatelevel Amateur Astronomer. The Royal Astronomical Society Of Canada Called The First Edition The Best Of Its Kind The New Third Edition Is Better Still. It Is Still An Abundantly Illustrated, Widesized Volume Designed For Easy Reference During Many Starlit Nights.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of NightWatch: A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe? A: The book primarily focuses on providing a comprehensive guide for amateur astronomers, covering various aspects of stargazing, including updated astronomical information, new technologies, and practical observing tips.
- Q: How many pages does the Third Edition of NightWatch contain? A: The Third Edition of NightWatch contains 176 pages.
- Q: Is NightWatch suitable for beginners in astronomy? A: Yes, NightWatch is designed for both novice and intermediate-level amateur astronomers, emphasizing a simplified, jargon-free approach to learning about the universe.
- Q: What are some new features included in the Third Edition of NightWatch? A: The Third Edition includes over 100 new color photos and diagrams, additional pages on computerized telescopes, updated charts, and an expanded chapter on astrophotography.
- Q: Who is the author of NightWatch? A: The author of NightWatch is Terence Dickinson.
- Q: What type of binding does NightWatch have? A: NightWatch is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was the Third Edition of NightWatch published? A: The Third Edition of NightWatch was published on January 1, 1998.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: The book is available in new condition.
- Q: Does NightWatch include modern technology for stargazing? A: Yes, the Third Edition covers modern astronomical tools, including reviews of new telescope designs and accessories.
- Q: What makes NightWatch a reliable resource for stargazers? A: NightWatch has been a standard reference guide for stargazers since its initial publication in 1983 and has received positive reviews from organizations like the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada.