The Astrophotographer’s Universe

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The Astrophotographer’s Universe

£79.99

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This is the ultimate encyclopedia of deep-sky imaging targets, with entries for over 1700 objects and over 1000 color images. It will guide the astrophotographer in selecting, framing, processing, and understanding the highlights of the night sky. It offers complete coverage of targets from the NGC, IC, Sharpless (Sh2), RCW, vdB, Abell, SNR G, CG, Barnard, LBN, LDN, and other catalogs. Full acquisition details of every image are included, with separate narrowband channel images for hundreds of nebulae. From the largest supernova remnants to the tiniest planetary nebula, whether in the northern or southern hemisphere, you will discover new deep-sky objects here to inspire you to create your best images yet.

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Hardback, pp728, weight: 2.7 kg

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What astrophotographers are saying

“An extremely impressive book. I am super impressed by how many objects you covered and how well thought out it is in general … a world class reference that every imager should have on their shelf.”

— John Hayes · Astrobin Exemplary contributor

“Charles Bracken’s books were essential for me when starting out, and still a staple of how I select targets and think about shooting them as an amateur.”

— Craig Bernier, Astrobin

“Charles Bracken’s books got me started in this hobby. So I am delighted to see this new publication. From the screenshots, it looks fantastic and it is a must purchase for me.”

— Brian Boyle, New Zealand — Astrobin

“I bought my copy directly from Charlie at NEAIC and he signed it for me just after lunch. I have really been enjoying the book a lot. It’s sitting right next to my copy of The Visible Universe.”

— Gary, Astrobin

“I need no information other than the author’s name to convince me to add this to my library. I am off to order forthwith!”

— Don Ogaard, Astrobin