Astronomical Observations : An Optical Perspective de Gordon Walker - 1987

Cambridge University Press, 1987. Wraps. Very Good. Wide 8vo, 347 pp., illus. Wrappers lightly handled and edgeworn, head of spine and top corners bumped.

Cambridge University Press, 1987. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Re-bound by library. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,1000grams, ISBN:9780521339070

New York, NY, U.S.A.: Cambridge University Press, 1987. 347 pages; This book is an up-to-date comprehensive account of current observational techniques with particular emphasis on optical astronomy. The author discusses the types and sources of stellar electromagnetic radiation and the range of telescopes that are used to observe them. Topics covered include the construction of sensitive low-noise detectors, preservation of image quality, and the limits to measurement precision. This book is suitable for undergraduate and graduate students of observational astronomy. It will provide a ready source of reference for professional astronomers. Physicists and electronic engineers will also find this an absorbing account of the techniques of astronomical observation.; Paperback with very discoloured spine and cover. Book is otherwise clean, without any markings and solid. Good condition.. Paperback. Good/No Jacket. 4to. Livre.

Cambridge University Press, 1989. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,850grams, ISBN:9780521339070

Cambridge University Press, 1989. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,850grams, ISBN:9780521339070

Cambridge University Press, 1989. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,850grams, ISBN:9780521339070

paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

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Cambridge Univ Pr, 1987. Paperback. New. 360 pages. 9.25x7.50x0.75 inches.

Paperback / softback. New. This comprehensive account of current observational techniques has particular emphasis on optical astronomy. Dr Walker, a world expert on astronomical instrumentation, has written a complete survey of the basic electromagnetic spectrum. He discusses the types and sources of stellar electromagnetic radiation and the range of telescopes that are used to observe them.