The Sun and How to Observe It - Astronomers' Observing Guides (Paperback)

Jamey L. Jenkins (author)

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Paperback 206 Pages / Published: 08/01/2009

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Synopsis

In Part 1, the book describes the very latest thinking on solar physics in (mostly non-mathematical) detail, incorporating the latest results from research concerning the structure and behaviour of the Sun. There is particular emphasis on the surface features visible from the Earth, and how these are the result of the extraordinary processes that are taking place within the Sun.

In Part 2, the book details the techniques for observing and imaging the Sun with commercially-available equipment. The many recent advances in optical equipment now allow amateur astronomers to observe phenomena that until recently could only be seen with the extremely expensive equipment available at universities and research observatories - notably H-alpha and Calcium-K telescopes.

This is a completely up-to-date solar observing book, while providing the science background necessary for an understanding of the observations with the latest equipment. It also features the most complete solar observing and imaging guide available.

Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
ISBN: 9780387094977
Number of pages: 206
Weight: 441 g
Dimensions: 246 x 189 x 13 mm
Edition: 2009 ed.

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From the reviews:

"Jenkins is an American amateur observer and he has written a very interesting book full of information for the solar enthusiast. ... The author describes how a solar hydrogen-alpha filter works - very interesting to the beginner, and the old-time observer ... . it is very well illustrated, with many of the images supplied by the author himself. ... I recommend this book. ... will be a good guide to observing our nearest star." (Brian Halls, Astronomy Now, August, 2009)

"The author is quite obviously an experienced solar observer and imager, contributing to the AAVSO Sunspot Programme since I990. ... This book is primarily a practical guide to observing and imaging solar features in white light ... and the K-line. There is a detailed discussion of the types of telescope suitable for solar observing as well as lenses and filters. ... I found this book enjoyable and easy to read, providing a comprehensive practical guide to solar observing in one volume." (Lyn Smith, The Observatory, Vol. 129 (1212), October, 2009)