Seeing the Solar System: Telescopic Projects, Activities, and Explorations in Astronomy (Wiley Science Editions)

The author provides the reader with a vast amount of projects regarding the sun, moon, planets and other bodies in our solar system which can be observed with the aid of only a basic telescope. Also describes various inexpensive filters helpful for planetary observation. Along with illustrations and hundreds of individual inquiries for the amateur astronomer to pursue, the author offers a section advising the reader on the proper use and care of a telescope and advantages and drawbacks regarding various types of telescopes available on today's market.Fred Schaaf is the author of 'Seeing the Solar System: Telescopic Projects, Activities, and Explorations in Astronomy (Wiley Science Editions)', published 1991 under ISBN 9780471530701 and ISBN 0471530700.