In 2003, Mars will be closer to Earth than it has ever been, making it a good time to start observing this planet. Aimed at the practical astronomer, this book will tell you what you need to know in order to make the most of this opportunity. Mars will also be a good observational target in 2005 and 2007 for those whose appetites have been whetted in 2003. It features physical and orbital data including size, composition, apparent retrograde motion and key physical features, such as volcanoes and the polar caps. One chapter looks at the basic equipment needed to observe Mars in terms of telescopes and filters, and another outlines the surface features and atmospheric phenomena that you should be able to see. As well as maps of the surface of Mars and colour photographs taken from spaceprobes, there are detailed timetables for 2003, 2005 and 2007 with the dates of key moments in each apparition.
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Amateur astronomers have not been entirely superseded by the professionals. In fact, they are often the first to spot dust storms on Mars, which in August 2003 will also be the brightest heavenly body visible, except for the moon and the sun. Come late summer Mars will be closer to Earth than it has ever been before, and its prominence in the sky will definitely provoke interest in the Red Planet. Libraries prescient enough to have Bone's guide at the ready will be prepared to meet patron demand, for its information is modulated for the needs of a novice observer. After explaining the orbital arrangement (termed an opposition) that brings Mars so close, Bone lines up the advantages and drawbacks of three types of commercially available telescopes; binoculars, he writes, are not powerful enough to enable viewers to see the features on Mars. With a summary of the exploration of the planet, and with observing specs for oppositions in 2005 and 2007, Bone's work has both immediate and future shelf life. Gilbert Taylor
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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For both novice and experienced amateurs... very informative and handy to use... perfect gifts for any amateur astronomer. (Duncan Class Pulsar 200607)
Jam-packed with observing tips and general information ... does not sacrifice substance for style ... pithy, well organized text. (Astronomy 200308)
An immensely practical book for anyone whose interest in the red planet has been piqued. (Globe and Mail 20040110)
Created for amateur astronomers [it] covers everything needed to know... goes beyond being an observational guide (Lunar and Planetary Information Bulletin 200312)
Valuable to amateur astronomers at the beginning to intermediate level... recommended. (T. Barker Choice 20030501)
For amateur astronomers and for reports; excellent reference source. (Booklist 20030501)
Practical timely guide. (Library Journal 200310)
Chock full of information about Mars... most appropriate for high school and public library collections. (Peggy Dominy E-Streams )
Handy, pocket sized guide couldn't be more timely... Bone has an easy style that should appeal to the amateur astronomers. (M. Horton Edmonton Journal ) --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
Jam-packed with observing tips and general information ... does not sacrifice substance for style ... pithy, well organized text. (Astronomy 200308)
An immensely practical book for anyone whose interest in the red planet has been piqued. (Globe and Mail 20040110)
Created for amateur astronomers [it] covers everything needed to know... goes beyond being an observational guide (Lunar and Planetary Information Bulletin 200312)
Valuable to amateur astronomers at the beginning to intermediate level... recommended. (T. Barker Choice 20030501)
For amateur astronomers and for reports; excellent reference source. (Booklist 20030501)
Practical timely guide. (Library Journal 200310)
Chock full of information about Mars... most appropriate for high school and public library collections. (Peggy Dominy E-Streams )
Handy, pocket sized guide couldn't be more timely... Bone has an easy style that should appeal to the amateur astronomers. (M. Horton Edmonton Journal ) --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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This book is fantastic. It is not only a simple guide to observe Mars, but there are also a lot of important astronomical concepts. Really you can learn a lot about it. This book helps us to see what our eyes have seen in a beautiful place very far and what and how we can see again.
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Syrtis Major, Red Planet, Solis Planum, Solar System, Valles Marineris, Olympus Mons, Mars Global Surveyor, United States, Mars Pathfinder, Chryse Planitia, Sinus Sabaeus, Epsilon Geminorum, Mars Odyssey, North America, Universal Time, Mare Erythraeum, United Kingdom, Ares Vallis, British Isles, Damian Peach, Dec Magnitude Apparent Distance, Jun Jun, Mars Exploration Rovers, Mars Express, Meridiani Terra New!
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Syrtis Major, Red Planet, Solis Planum, Solar System, Valles Marineris, Olympus Mons, Mars Global Surveyor, United States, Mars Pathfinder, Chryse Planitia, Sinus Sabaeus, Epsilon Geminorum, Mars Odyssey, North America, Universal Time, Mare Erythraeum, United Kingdom, Ares Vallis, British Isles, Damian Peach, Dec Magnitude Apparent Distance, Jun Jun, Mars Exploration Rovers, Mars Express, Meridiani Terra New!
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- Red Planet by Robert A. Heinlein on page 16
- Space Odyssey: an Anthology of Great Science Fiction Stories by Robert Silverberg on page 132
- Star Ware: The Amateur Astronomer's Guide to Choosing, Buying, and Using Telescopes and Accessories by Philip S. Harrington in Back Matter
- The Martian Chronicles (The Grand Master Editions) by Ray Bradbury on page 16
- War of the Worlds( in German) by Wells on page 15
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