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Introduction to Digital Astrophotography Ref: b0943396832

WILLMANN BELL

This book is a 400+ page comprehensive, nuts-and-bolts introduction to digital astro-imaging.
Among the topics covered are: What digital camera can do (and what they can't) ~ How much resolution is enough? ~ Web cams ~ Why is digital imaging often easier? ~ What are the special considerations for digital astrophotography? ~ What are the various types of astrophotography? ~ How do I go about choosing a digital camera? ~ Which lenses are best for which targets? ~ How do I setup and align my telescope? ~ What is image processing? ~ Plus much,much more....
Price: £33.50

The Handbook of Astronomical Image Processing Ref: b0943396824

WILLMANN BELL

This second edition of the book and it's image processing software addresses many important changes that have taken place in astronomical imaging since the publication of the first edition. Today's affordable astro-imaging capable digital single-lens-reflex (DSLR) cameras, the growing power of personal computers, and the proliferation of telescopes and imaging accessories has brought imaging capabilities within the reach of practically every amateur astronomer.
Price: £95.00

Binocular Astronomy Ref: b0943396360

WILLMANN BELL

Binocular Astronomy and a pair of binoculars are all you need to begin observing the night sky-stars, open and globular clusters, bright and dark nebulae, galaxies, and much more. Not only does this book help you locate objects but it explains what they are and how they fit into our understanding of the Universe. While there is a great aesthetic beauty in the night sky, there us also the Science of Astronomy.
Price: £23.50

Telescope Optics Ref: b0943396182

WILLMANN BELL

This book will both arouse your curiosity and answer your questions. Why are there so many kinds of telescopes? What does each type have to offer? What makes one telescope better than another? Which are best? Why? What are the trade-offs? As a telescope buyer, you will be better informed; as a telescope maker, you will be able to design custom optics.
Price: £24.50

How to Make a Telescope (2nd Edition) Ref: b0943396042

WILLMANN BELL

Originally Published in French in 1951 this book rapidly became the classic reference text for amateur telescope makers. Now in its second English edition it retains the clarity and authority of the original. Anyone interested in telescopes, whether or not they intend to build one, should read this book.
Price: £24.95

The Bedford Catalogue Ref: b0943396107

WILLMANN BELL

William H Smyth lived from 1788 to 1865 and served in the Mediterranean during the Napoleonic conflicts as an officer in the Royal Navy. After retiring, he established the country's finest amateur observatory at Bedford in England. From here he observed a huge variety of deep-sky objects during the 1830s and compiled The Bedford Catalogue, volume 2 of A Cycle of Celestial Objects. For this work the Royal Astronomical Society awarded him its gold medal and elected him president.
The Bedford Catalogue is one of those true astronomical classics whose value has not disappeared with time, particularly the descriptive material. He describes what the user of a small telescope will see, but also includes much astronomical, mythological and historic lore.
Robert Burnham in his famous Burnham's Celestial Handbook and Walter Scott Houston in his monthly Sky and Telescope column Deep Sky Wonders make frequent reference to it.
Price: £17.95

Build Your Own Telescope Ref: b0943396425

WILLMANN BELL

Build Your Own Telescope contains complete plans, step-by-step instructions and 275 illustrations that show you how to build five different telescopes. Four reflectors and one refractor cover a range that will satisfy most potential builders. This book has helped all kinds of people to realise the dream of building their own telescope; many of them thought it would be beyond them until they were shown how to do so with simple house-hold tools and materials.
Price: £24.95

The Dobsonian Telescope Ref: b0943396557

WILLMANN BELL

This book tells you how to build a state-of-the-art Dobsonian Telescope using readily available materials and supplies. Every step of construction is detailed in photographs and diagrams, and the underlying ideas are carefully explained. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to build a larger telescope than they can afford to buy.
Price: £27.50

Wide-Field Astrophotography Ref: b0943396646

WILLMANN BELL

Wide-field astrophotography is the easiest way to start photographing the night sky. You probably already have what you need to begin - a camera and a tripod. This text covers all aspects of wide-field astrophotography from an ordinary tripod-mounted camera to the ultimate wide-angle imager, the Schmidt Camera on an equatorial mount. The techniques described here will produce stunning portraits of constellations, the Milky Way, Bright and dark nebulae and star clusters.
Both novice and experienced sky photographer will find this book to be a valuable source of information. The reader will gain a well-rounded knowledge of the theory, hardware and techniques of wide-field astrophotography.
Price: £27.50

Star Testing Astronomical Telescopes Ref: b0943396441

WILLMANN BELL

"I'm going to tell you a little-known fact," begins Dick Suiter in his new book..."Telescopes are easy to test". It's True. The hard part for most amateurs has been finding out exactly how to do it. Now at last, Suiter has analysed the star test in book-length thoroughness. He presents a bounty of information in a clear, practical manner never before available...' from a review by Sky & Telescope magazine.
Price: £24.95

Solar Astronomy Handbook Ref: b0943396476

WILLMANN BELL

Originally written in German, this book rapidly became a standard reference and an english translaton was produced to satisfy popular demand. It is not so much about the Sun but about the opportunities for amateurs to observe the Sun. Each section is the responsibility of an observer specialising in that area and concentrates on the practical aspects of solar astronomy within the reach of most amateurs. This edition has been updated to take into account a wider international readership.
The Sun is the one star that amateurs can study in great detail and this book helps to reveal just how much there is to see.
Price: £24.95

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