Half-hours with the Telescope / Being a Popular Guide to the Use of the Telescope as a Means of Amusement and Instruction.

Name: Half-hours with the Telescope / Being a Popular Guide to the Use of the Telescope as a Means of Amusement and Instruction.
Author: Richard A. Proctor

By Richard A. Proctor

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This work offers a practical, illustrated guide for amateur telescopists, explaining telescope construction and operation, star‑map use, and observation techniques suited to small instruments. Structured as short, half‑hour sessions, it guides readers through seasonal sky maps and selected constellations, details of double stars, planets, the Sun, and the Moon, and includes plates showing field views and Mars charts. Emphasis is on hands‑on methods—making and reading maps, interpreting telescope fields, and timing observations during moments of best definition—so readers can locate and identify celestial objects with modest equipment.

About the Author

Richard A. Proctor

Richard A. Proctor was a prominent 19th-century English astronomer and science writer, known for his engaging and accessible works on astronomy and scientific subjects. He authored several influential books, including "Half-Hours with the Stars," which serves as a guide to the constellations, and "Light Science for Leisure Hours," a collection of essays that explore various scientific phenomena. Proctor's writings aimed to make complex scientific concepts understandable to the general public, reflecting his passion for education and popular science. His contributions have left a lasting impact on the field of astronomy and continue to inspire curiosity about the universe.