A Dictionary of Astronomy

by Ian Ridpath

Overview

The revised second edition of this established dictionary contains over 4,300 up-to-date entries on all aspects of astronomy. Compiled with the help of thirty-four expert contributors under the editorship of renowned author Ian Ridpath, the book covers everything from space exploration and the equipment involved, to astrophysics, cosmology, and the concept of time—plus biographical entries on eminent astronomers and worldwide coverage of observatories and telescopes. The appendices include tables of Apollo lunar landing missions, the constellations, and a table of planetary data. The entries have been fully revised and updated and fifty new entries have been added. The content is enhanced by web links which are regularly updated on a companion website.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780199609055
Publisher:	Oxford University Press
Publication date:	02/20/2012
Series:	Oxford Quick Reference
Pages:	544
Sales rank:	480,846
Product dimensions:	5.10(w) x 7.70(h) x 1.30(d)

About the Author

Ian Ridpath is editor of Norton's Star Atlas, The Monthly Sky Guide, and many other titles.

Table of Contents

PrefaceThe DictionaryAppendicesApollo lunar landing missionsMain satellites of the planetsThe constellationsThe brightest starsThe nearest starsThe Messier objectsThe Local Group of galaxiesAn A to Z of variable star typesTable of planetary data

Editorial Reviews

"Notable for its authoritative content, this dictionary is recommended as a quick reference source for public, academic, and special libraries."—Booklist

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