BURNHAM'S CELESTIAL HANDBOOK: An Observer's Guide to the Universe Beyond the Solar System This three-part comprehensive reference will guide amateur and advanced astronomers in their knowledge and enjoyment of the stars. Completely revised through 1977, objects are grouped according to constellati... read more
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BURNHAM'S CELESTIAL HANDBOOK: An Observer's Guide to the Universe Beyond the Solar System This three-part comprehensive reference will guide amateur and advanced astronomers in their knowledge and enjoyment of the stars. Completely revised through 1977, objects are grouped according to constellation, and their definitions feature names, coordinates, classifications, and physical descriptions. Additional notes offer fascinating historical information. Hundreds of visual aids. All volumes 6 1/8 x 9 1/4. 0-486-23567-X Volume One: Andromeda Through Cetus 656pp. $29.95 0-486-23568-8 Volume Two: Chamaeleon Through Orion 700pp. $22.95 0-486-23673-0 Volume Three: Pavo Through Vulpecula 800pp. $29.95
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