Observer's Guide to Variable Stars

This book contains everything you need to know about variable stars -- stars whose brightness varies noticeably over time. The study of variable stars has been a particularly popular area of research for amateurs for many years; the material contained herein serves as both an introduction to amateur astronomers and a useful reference source for seasoned variable star observers.

With its thorough, non-mathematical descriptions of variable stars and tips for how to see them, this book enables...