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THE 20-CM SCHMIDT-CASSEGRAIN TELESCOPE

by Peter L. Manly

Published by Press Syndicate Of The University Of Cambridge. 1st thus. 1999

Slightly better than very good condition. A practical observing guide using one of the most popular type of compact telescope. Techniques for viewing the Moon, the planetary system and the deep sky; interesting projects to try; discusses a full range of telescope accessories and detectors with advice on their use. Orange cardwraps. B/w illustrations and photos. xviii and 265 pages including index.

Some light rubbing to cover edges. Text block slightly grubby. Contents clean.

ISBN: 0521644410
Stock no. 2128102

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Contents

  • 1. History and development of the 20-cm Schmidt-Cassegrain
  • 2. First observation - the Moon
  • 3. Planets, double stars and other bright things
  • 4. Deep sky
  • 5. A couple of interesting problems
  • 6. Some accessories for the telescope
  • 7. Observing with friends
  • 8. Projects
  • 9. Photography
  • 10. Photometers, computers, image intensifiers and television
  • 11. Afterword
  • Appendices

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