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A Handbook of Double Stars: For the Use of Amateurs

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title A Handbook of Double Stars: For the Use of Amateurs
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Edward Crossley
By (author) Joseph Gledhill
By (author) James M. Wilson
SeriesCambridge Library Collection - Astronomy
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:550
Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 140
Category/GenreHistory of science
Astronomy, space and time
Galaxies and stars
ISBN/Barcode 9781108039772
ClassificationsDewey:523.841
Audience
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations 5 Plates, black and white; 6 Halftones, unspecified

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 3 November 2011
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Used to describe both binary systems and optical doubles, the term 'double star' has been familiar to astronomers since the seventeenth century. This book, first published in 1879, outlines the history of their study, and describes the methods and equipment needed in order to observe the fascinating phenomenon. Written for non-specialists by Fellows of the Royal Society Edward Crossley (1841-1904), Joseph Gledhill (1837-1906) and James M. Wilson (1836-1931), the catalogue of over 1,200 double stars appears beside detailed notes and does not assume mathematical expertise. Also offered are a fully worked example of how to find the orbit of a binary star, and illustrations of telescopes, observatories, and even custom-made observation chairs. This reissue includes the supplement with corrections and notes published in 1880. A standard reference text in the late nineteenth century, the work remains a resources for students and scholars of the history of astronomy.