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Astronomers Anonymous: Getting Help with the Puzzles and Pitfalls of Practical Astronomy

✍ Scribed by Steve Ringwood (auth.)

Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York
Year
2010
Tongue
English
Leaves
235
Edition
1
Category
Library
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✦ Synopsis

In this entertaining parody of letters to a typical β€œlonely hearts” columnist, real-life expert and long-time astronomy columnist Steve Ringwood presents a sweeping overview of common questions and problems practical and amateur astronomers face, compiled from Ringwood's own experiences in the world of astronomy. His screamingly funny comments will keep you laughing out loud throughout, so be careful of reading this book in public! Written especially for troubled astronomers, but also accessible to anyone with an interest in space or astronomy, readers will easily recognize the difficulties they face and enjoy the humor being directed at them and their science.

✦ Table of Contents

Front Matter....Pages i-xv
Some Background....Pages 2-5
Fundamentals....Pages 6-31
Instrumental Hiccups....Pages 32-82
Medical Maladies....Pages 84-107
Guiding the NaΓ―ve....Pages 108-137
Observational Tips....Pages 138-163
The Expert....Pages 164-185
Social Torments....Pages 186-215
Back Matter....Pages 217-222

✦ Subjects

Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology; Popular Science in Astronomy

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