Author(s): James Mullaney (Author), Wil Tirion (Illustrator)
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication Date: March 23, 2009
Edition: Spi
Language: English
Print length: 154 pages
ISBN-10: 0521493439
ISBN-13: 9780521493437
Book Description
This magnificent atlas contains the most attractive and interesting double and multiple stars for viewing with binoculars and telescopes. It is a must-have for stargazers who want to explore these fascinating objects. The first modern star atlas devoted to double and multiple stars, it plots over 2,000 selected pairs of stars, each labeled with discoverer, catalog, and/or observatory designations. A superb introduction to this important class of celestial objects, it is spiral bound and printed in red-light friendly colors, making it ideal for use in the field. Written by experienced observer James Mullaney, and beautifully illustrated by renowned celestial cartographer Wil Tirion, it provides an easy-to-use ‘celestial roadmap’ to locate and identify double and multiple stars. Other deep-sky objects such as star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies are also included, and are color-coded for easy recognition and identification, making this an all-purpose observing reference.
Editorial Reviews
Review
“Thanks to the genius of James Mullaney, and the artistic sensibility of Wil Tirion, backyard stargazers can now enjoy endless hours of double- and multiple-star observing. Mullaney’s vivid descriptions of the finest showpieces truly inspire; Tirion’s design is both handsome and practical. The work is destined to become an instant classic. Bravo!” Stephen James O’Meara – Author of the Deep-Sky Companions observing guides and columnist for Astronomy magazine.
“…the definitive treasure map to the night sky’s most alluring deep-sky gems. …an essential addition to any stargazer’s observing kit. This new work from James Mullaney, one of the world’s most experienced double-star observers, and Wil Tirion, the dean of modern celestial cartographers, gives even the most experienced stargazer a lifetime supply of deep-sky wonders to explore and enjoy.” – Rick Fienberg, Editor Emeritus, Sky & Telescope
“…the only [book] with a comprehensive observing atlas. …. Recommended.” – CHOICE
“The maps by Wil Tirion are as beautiful as we have come to expect from the premier star map producer of our time.” – The Astronomical League
“… a very useful, durable guide … highly recommended to the beginning observer and as a reference work for the more experienced astronomer.” Contemporary Physics
Book Description
Magnificent atlas of double and multiple stars for viewing with binoculars and telescopes: a must-have for stargazers.
About the Author
James Mullaney, former assistant editor at Sky & Telescope magazine, is an astronomy writer, lecturer, and consultant, who has published more than 500 articles and seven books on observing the wonders of the heavens.
Wil Tirion is a full-time uranographer. He is famous for the numerous star charts he has created for astronomy books, atlases, and magazines.
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