The ultimate guide to 110 star clusters, nebulae and galaxies
The Messier objects are the most beautiful targets in the deep sky. The MESSIER GUIDE is the
practical tool for finding, photographing and observing all 110 star clusters, nebulae and galaxies
photograph and observe all 110 star clusters, nebulae and galaxies. Short texts, data, maps, photos and drawings are combined into a unique tool - with a water-repellent surface and practical ring binding - suitable for beginners and professionals alike.
Key features:
- All 110 objects on 96 pages
- Ordered according to the best time of year for observation
- Information on how to carry out a Messier marathon
- water-repellent surface, ring binding
For each object, there is:
- Current figures and data
- Information on the optimal time in each month
- Perception traffic light for urban and rural skies
- Information on astrophysics and observation tips
- two coordinated search maps
- A photo showing neighbouring objects and reference stars
- A drawing with a medium-sized telescope
- Tips for astrophotographers and visual observers
