An Introduction to the Study of Variable Stars (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Furness, Caroline Ellen

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1440051755 ISBN 13 : 9781440051753

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Comprehensive introduction to the study of variable stars that helps beginners and enthusiasts observe with confidence.

This volume presents the introductory material needed to understand stellar variation, including key topics such as the Durchmusterung charts, photometry, spectroscopy, and star color. It explains the physical principles behind the instruments and methods used in investigation, from polarized light to photographic imaging and photo‑electricity. Designed to be accessible, the book blends historical context with practical guidance, offering a solid base for readers who want to learn how variable stars are observed and analyzed without assuming prior specialized knowledge.

• Clear explanations of the concepts behind modern photometric and spectroscopic techniques


• Descriptions of observational methods for amateur and professional settings


• Grounding in the historical development of variable-star study and its key instruments


• Guidance on how to interpret light curves, spectra, and color information in practice

Ideal for readers beginning their exploration of variable stars, as well as students and amateur observers seeking a solid, readable foundation.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

PREFACE During the past few years the subject of variable stars has become increasingly interesting to the amateur who is the owner of a telescope, as well as to the average college student who has some knowledge of astronomy, while to the research worker it offers many lines of investigation which are full of promise. However, so complex is the subject, and so diverse the principles involved in a complete understanding of it, that extensive reading in several different directions is required as a foundation. It is with the purpose of supplying this need as well as of making an important and attractive branch of astronomy accessible to the student that the present volume has been prepared. It is the outcome of several years of teaching the subject in Vassar College, for which the material was primarily collected. This material is scattered throughout various periodicals in the form either of research papers or quite popular articles, intended to give directions for observation to own

Table of Contents

CONTENTS; I INTRODUCTORY; General description of stellar variation Elements of variation Julian Day Classification of variables Principles of spectrum analysis Classification of stellar spectra Connection between spectral type and type of variation 3; H STAR CHARTS FOR GENERAL USE; Argelander, Uranometria Nova Heis, Atlas Coelestis Schurig, llimmels Atlas Upton, Klein, etc Argelander, Bonner Durckmusterung, detailed account, with suggestions for its use Palisa and Wolf, photographic maps Ecliptic charts Charts of Carte du CieL Precession 88; m STAR CHARTS FOR VARIABLES; Hagen, Atlas StcUarum Variabilium, very detailed account, with directions for its use Parkhurst, enlargements Harvard photographic maps Miscellaneous 52; IV CATALOGUES OF VARIABLES; Naming of variables Harvard, Hartwig, Chandler Methods of discovery; visual, photographic, spectroscopic Illustrations Systematic search 68; V STELLAR MAGNITUDE; Earl

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1440051755
• ISBN 13: 9781440051753
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 382
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