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Stargazers: The Contribution of Amateurs to Astronomy, Proceedings of Colloquium 98 of the Iau, June 20-24, 1987 (Softcover Reprint of the Original 1s

Stargazers

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"Stargazers" by Storm Dunlop is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

The strong and effective links between amateur and professional astronomers were brought into prominence at Colloquium 98 of the International Astronomical Union. Amateur observations of such objects as comets, variable stars and novae serve to complement work done with expensive instrumentation by professionals. They fill gaps left by big science and often contribute significantly to astronomical knowledge. The book covers: - historical contributions by amateurs, - observational methods, problems and instrumentation, - results of amateur observations, - popularization. Overall, an exciting and enthusiastic account of stargazing, the hobby that can turn into science.

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Best For: Readers interested in the collaboration between amateur and professional astronomers
Focus: The role of amateur astronomers in contributing to astronomical research
Covers: Observations of comets, variable stars, novae, and the historical contributions of amateurs
Why It Matters: Highlights how amateur observations complement professional research and fill gaps in large-scale scientific studies

"Stargazers" by Storm Dunlop is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: General Astronomy

Author: Storm Dunlop

Who this is for:

  • Astronomy students
  • Researchers and advanced hobbyists
  • Readers exploring space science topics

Why this book matters: It matters because it helps readers build a stronger understanding of astronomy concepts, observations, and scientific ideas related to space.

The strong and effective links between amateur and professional astronomers were brought into prominence at Colloquium 98 of the International Astronomical Union. Amateur observations of such objects as comets, variable stars and novae serve to complement work done with expensive instrumentation by professionals. They fill gaps left by big science and often contribute significantly to astronomical knowledge. The book covers: - historical contributions by amateurs, - observational methods, problems and instrumentation, - results of amateur observations, - popularization. Overall, an exciting and enthusiastic account of stargazing, the hobby that can turn into science.

AuthorStorm Dunlop
PublisherSpringer
Published1988-12-20
ISBN-139783540502302
BindingPaperback
Pages268
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsGardening
TopicGeneral Astronomy

Format: Paperback

Length: 268 pages

Language: English

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