Burnham's Celestial Handbook: An Observer's Guide to the Universe Beyond the Solar System, Volume 2
Chamaeleon Through Orion
Ranked #73 in Astronomy
The three volume "Burnham's Celestial Handbook" series provides a constellation based, detailed and comprehensive guide to tens of thousands of celestial objects outside our solar system. The information presented includes: definitions, names, historical background, coordinates, classifications, physical descriptions, maps, charts, sketches, and observing guides. All told in an engaging manner.
The series became an instant success with amateur astronomers, and remained so for decades. While it is now dated, it is still a popular source of information.
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The series became an instant success with amateur astronomers, and remained so for decades. While it is now dated, it is still a popular source of information.
Volume Two lists... more
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