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Cometography: Volume 6, 1983–1993

A Catalog of Comets

By: Gary W. Kronk,Maik Meyer,David A. J. Seargent

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Cometography: Volume 6, 1983–1993

A Catalog of Comets

By: Gary W. Kronk,Maik Meyer,David A. J. Seargent

Cometography is a multi-volume catalog of every comet observed from ancient times up to the 1990s, when the internet took off as a medium of scientific record. It uses the most reliable orbits known to determine the distances from the Earth and Sun at the time of discovery and last observation, as well as the largest and smallest angular distance to the Sun, most northerly and southerly declination, closest distance to the Earth, and other details, to enable the reader to understand each comet's physical appearance. Volume 6, the final volume in the catalog, covers the observations and pertinent calculations for every comet seen between 1983 and 1993. The comets are listed in chronological order, with complete references to publications relating to each comet and physical descriptions of each comet's development throughout its apparition. Cometography is the definitive reference on comets through the ages, for astronomers and historians of science.

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Cambridge University Press

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1108210104

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Catalog of Unconfirmed Comets - Volume 1

1600-1899

By: Gary W. Kronk,Maik Meyer

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Catalog of Unconfirmed Comets - Volume 1

1600-1899

By: Gary W. Kronk,Maik Meyer

This catalog is the first in-depth investigation of comets that were reported since the 17th century, but not confirmed and subsequently lost. Volume I of this two-volume work covers objects observed between 1600 and 1899, a period that was dominated by visual observations and was experiencing a rapid evolution in science. The book uniquely combines the history and culture of comet hunting and discovery with modern tools of orbital mechanics to present a wholesome catalog of unconfirmed and suspected comets. Each case includes a presentation of the observations, a discussion about the observer (when possible), consideration of the historic context, and a conclusion as to the nature of the object. In most cases, the book presents material from original sources, including some never before published that were acquired from observatories, libraries, and historical societies around the world. Although some of these unconfirmed comets turned out to be misidentifications of planets or star clusters, fabrications, or poor observations of comets that were already being observed, the Authors did identify many objects that were likely real comets. In some cases, the Authors were even able to derive orbits for the first time. These observations may be valuable in the future, as they could prove to be observations of periodic comets still to be discovered.

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Springer Nature

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3031231716

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Lewis Swift

Celebrated Comet Hunter and the People's Astronomer

By: Gary W. Kronk

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Lewis Swift

Celebrated Comet Hunter and the People's Astronomer

By: Gary W. Kronk

This biography covers the life of Lewis Swift (1820-1913), who discovered 13 comets and nearly 1,200 other deep sky objects. All 13 comets found by Swift now bear his name, including three periodic comets with periods of 6 years (11P/Tempel-Swift-LINEAR), 9 years (64P/Swift-Gehrels), and 133 years (109P/Swift-Tuttle). Swift's enthusiasm and success as an amateur astronomer helped make him famous in the United States. With the help of others, Swift was able to buy a 16-inch refractor, the third largest telescope in the United States at the time. Hulbert Harrington Warner built "Warner Observatory" to house this telescope. As a prolific writer and lecturer, Swift's stories appeared in newspapers and magazines, while his lectures showed that he was able to explain anything in a way that everyone could understand. When Warner went broke during the "Panic of 1893," Swift was forced to leave his home. Almost two dozen invitations arrived from around the United States asking him to bring his telescope to their city, and he eventually accepted the invitation of Californian Thaddeus Sobieski Constantin Lowe. This book highlights Swift's valuable contributions to astronomy before failing eyesight forced him to give up this profession. In addition to detailing Swift's life, biographical material is also provided for a number of individuals who were influenced by Swift. This includes his son, Edward, who was discovering deep sky objects as a teenager.

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3319637215

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Meteor Showers

An Annotated Catalog

By: Gary W. Kronk

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Meteor Showers

An Annotated Catalog

By: Gary W. Kronk

Meteor showers are among the most spectacular celestial events that may be observed by the naked eye, and have been the object of fascination throughout human history. In “Meteor Showers: An Annotated Catalog,” the interested observer can access detailed research on over 100 annual and periodic meteor streams in order to capitalize on these majestic spectacles. Each meteor shower entry includes details of their discovery, important observations and orbits, and gives a full picture of duration, location in the sky, and expected hourly rates. Armed with a fuller understanding, the amateur observer can better view and appreciate the shower of their choice. The original book, published in 1988, has been updated with over 25 years of research in this new and improved edition. Almost every meteor shower study is expanded, with some original minor showers being dropped while new ones are added. The book also includes breakthroughs in the study of meteor showers, such as accurate predictions of outbursts as well as comet and meteor observations from the 6th century to the 17th century that were not published in the first edition. It holds all of the information needed to inspire a new observer or provide deeper knowledge to the long-time enthusiast.

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1461478979

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Cometography: Volume 2, 1800-1899

A Catalog of Comets

By: Gary W. Kronk

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Cometography: Volume 2, 1800-1899

A Catalog of Comets

By: Gary W. Kronk

Cometography is a four-volume catalog of every comet observed throughout history. Volume II provides a complete discussion of every comet seen during the nineteenth century. Cometography uses the most reliable orbits known to determine the distances from the Earth and Sun at the time a comet was discovered and last observed, as well as the largest and smallest angular distance to the Sun, most northerly and southerly declination, closest distance to the Earth, and other details to enable the reader to understand the physical appearance of each well-observed comet. The book also provides non-technical details to help the reader better appreciate how the comet may have influenced various cultures at the time of its appearance. Cometography will be valuable to historians of science as well as providing amateur and professional astronomers with a definitive reference on comets through the ages.

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Cambridge University Press

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0521585058

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Cometography: Volume 5, 1960-1982

A Catalog of Comets

By: Gary W. Kronk,Maik Meyer,David Allan John Seargent

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Cometography: Volume 5, 1960-1982

A Catalog of Comets

By: Gary W. Kronk,Maik Meyer,David Allan John Seargent

Definitive reference on comets seen from 1960 to 1982, for amateur and professional astronomers, and historians of science.

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052187226X

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Microsoft Internet Explorer 6

Introductory Concepts and Techniques

By: Gary B. Shelly,Thomas J. Cashman,Steven G. Forsythe

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Microsoft Internet Explorer 6

Introductory Concepts and Techniques

By: Gary B. Shelly,Thomas J. Cashman,Steven G. Forsythe

An introduction to the popular World Wide Web browser, this text is designed for a unit of study in an introductory computer concepts course or an applications course, or alone in a one unit course.

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0619255110

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Cometography: Volume 1, Ancient-1799

A Catalog of Comets

By: Gary W. Kronk

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Cometography: Volume 1, Ancient-1799

A Catalog of Comets

By: Gary W. Kronk

The first in a set of four volumes that make up the most complete and comprehensive catalog of every comet observed throughout history.

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Mozilla Firefox

Introductory Concepts and Techniques

By: Gary B. Shelly,Thomas J. Cashman,Steven M. Freund,Steven G. Forsythe

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Mozilla Firefox

Introductory Concepts and Techniques

By: Gary B. Shelly,Thomas J. Cashman,Steven M. Freund,Steven G. Forsythe

This brand new book to the Shelly Cashman Series provides content on the popular open source Firefox browser and can be bundled with any concepts or office textbook.

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Cengage Learning

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141885994X

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Lewis Swift

Celebrated Comet Hunter and the People's Astronomer

By: Gary W. Kronk

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Celebrated Comet Hunter and the People's Astronomer

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Meteor Showers

An Annotated Catalog

By: Gary W. Kronk

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An Annotated Catalog

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Cometography: Volume 6, 1983–1993

Cometography: Volume 6, 1983–1993

Catalog of Unconfirmed Comets - Volume 1

Catalog of Unconfirmed Comets - Volume 1

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Lewis Swift

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Cometography: Volume 2, 1800-1899

Cometography: Volume 2, 1800-1899

Cometography: Volume 5, 1960-1982

Cometography: Volume 5, 1960-1982

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