{"product_id":"the-planet-observers-handbook-volume-0","title":"The Planet Observer's Handbook (Volume 0)","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere is an informative  up-to-date and well-illustrated guide to planetary observations for amateurs. After chapters on the solar system and the celestial sphere  the text explains how to choose  test and use a telescope with various accessories and how to make observations and record results. For each planet and the asteroids  Price gives details of observational techniques  together with suggestions for how to make contributions of sound astronomical value. From a general description and detailed observational history of each planet  readers learn how to anticipate what they should see and assess their own observations. New to this edition is a chapter on planetary photography that includes the revolutionary use of videography  charge coupled devices and video-assisted drawing. Another new feature is a section on the Kuiper Belt and Oort Cloud. Other chapters on making maps and planispheres and on photoelectric photometry round out the books up-to-date treatment  making this indispensable reading for both casual and serious observer alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44985185009717,"sku":"ByrdShop_0521789818","price":50.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780521789813.jpg?v=1770850966","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-planet-observers-handbook-volume-0","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}