Atlas of the moon download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. It was published by kalmbach publishing and has a total of 224 pages in the book. Astronomy atlas of the moon by antonin rukl, thomas w. Just received my first copy of antonin rukl atlas of the moon. I received the book in better than stated condition. Jul 20, 2016 antonin rukl, noted lunar cartographer, selenographer, prolific author, and retired director of the prague planetarium, passed away on july 12th at his home in prague, czech republic. Maps of the moon compose the bulk of the books 224 pages.
The introduction discusses history, terminology, phases of the moon, and the moon s surface. Page 2 of 3 rukl atlas of the moon posted in lunar observing. Antonin rukl september 22, 1932 july 12, 2016 was a czech astronomer, cartographer. Most of this page consists of small versions of huge maps of the moon, which serve as an overview of the maps available, and links to the larger versions. The atlas contains a wealth of basic information in chapters such as the surface of the moon, the motions of the moon and observing the moon through to origin and evolution. Atlas of the moon antonin rukl sky publishing corp 2004 1. The title of this book is astronomy atlas of the moon and it was written by antonin rukl, thomas w. Along with master lunar cartographer antonin rukls exquisite maps, youll find comprehensive lists of lunar formations and sights. Page 41 last paragraph states that the moon s circumference in megalithic yards was divided into the total of seconds of arc in the earths orbit. Im an amateur astronomer for over 40 years and have seen over a dozen different moon atlas. Scribd is the worlds largest social reading and publishing site. Includes a detailed map of 76 sections of the moons surface observable by telescope.
I have the sky and telescope reverse moon atlas and it was a pain to try and. Oct 03, 2014 virtual moon atlas is excellent albeit on pc. Topics include what we knew about the moon from telescopic and other astronomic observations before apollo, apollo missions, astronaut activities on the lunar surface, the highlands, the maria, how the moon formed, and exciting ideas for future explorations. Digital lunar orbiter photographic atlas of the moon. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. It ties the views through the telescope to the latest lunar science helping to understand what youre observing. Moon observing resources on the web there are many resources that can help you in moon observing. Each twopage spread features a specific region in multiple lighting situations, allowing. Plate numbersequential order of presentation in the atlas from 1 to 675. Truly an atlas, a unique feature of this book is the detailed map in 76 sections of the near side of the moon. Since its appearance in 1990, rukls atlas of the moon has become something of a standard reference work for the lunar enthusiast, and this revised edition is most welcome. Click download or read online button to get atlas of the moon book now. Ill use the rukl moon atlas time and time again as i view the moon, always treasure it but keep it away from food, drink, smoke and animals. In almost each one of antonin rukl s 76 zones, the sherlock holmes of the moon danny caes included additional descriptions of lessknown formations, disallowed and unofficial names, and nicknames bold, and also unofficially named basins all of these basins are not mentioned in rukl s original charts.
How to schedule a disk educators must first be certified to borrow lunar material by attending a training seminar on security requirements and proper handling procedures. June 5, 20 june 5, 20 by the editor, posted in uncategorized. The complete atlas is a 90 page 154mb pdf file which can be printed with. The main part of this book consists of a detailed atlas of the near side of the moon, subdivided into 76 sections with complete nomenclature as outhorized by the international astronomical union lau, including recent amendments up to 2003, each section is accompanied by a. I could not afford the supposedly better second edition upgrade. The images contained within the atlas are excellent for studying lunar morphology because they were obtained at low to moderate sun angles. Atlas of the moon is an accurate and detailed work for persons interested in the visual pursuit of the moon. Exploring the moon a teachers guide with activities, nasa eg199710116hq iii about this book.
Also so much moon information and info about moon flights and. Network configuration manager ncm is designed to deliver powerful network configuration and compliance management. Loads of information and best of all its free to download. He obviously was a master at hand drawing the moon. Also help to study any lunar formations using feature database and pictures library. The concept of a lunar subearth point derives from the fact that the moons rotation is tidally locked to the earth. Antonin rukls cartography nay, his artwork in this volume brings the lunar surface to life in ways that no photographic atlas possibly can. As i write this, the most recent iteration of virtual moon is version 2. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. The main part of this book consists of a detailed atlas of the near side of the moon, subdivided into 76 sections with. Messier a, with its distinctive twin bright rays, is. Indeed, just by knowing a features lunar 100 number, you have some idea of how easy or challenging it will be to see.
Atlas of the moon is an authoritative source of information on the motion, rotation and illumination of the moon, its surface, its origin and evolution, and its exploration in manned and unmanned space probes. Moon atlas for lunar object locations on the moon free software virtual atlas of the moon. He illustrated many of his own books, including the highly regarded atlas of the moon. In almost each one of antonin rukls 76 zones, the sherlock holmes of the moon danny caes included additional descriptions of lessknown formations, disallowed and unofficial names, and nicknames bold, and also unofficially named basins all of these basins are not mentioned in rukls original charts. Spacecraft altitudedistance of the spacecraft above the mean lunar surface. Rukls atlas shows us it is located in the sea of tranquility, in a part of a low ridge area. However, it seems appropriate to start the page with an outstanding mosaic of the lunar nearside. The surface is strewn with rocks and boulders, some blocks and others making up circular ring formations. Atlas of the moon antonin rukl sky publishing corp 2004 1 issuu. This is followed by maps of 76 sections of the near side of the moon, each accompanied by a small locator map. Rukls loss is being deeply felt by anyone who loves looking at the moon.
Includes a detailed map of 76 sections of the moon s surface observable by telescope. He graduated from the czech technical university in 1956, then joined the staff of the astronomical department of the institute of geodesy in prague. Jul 09, 2019 rukls loss is being deeply felt by anyone who loves looking at the moon. Feb 19, 2020 software for moon observation and survey. Inside the house i use a pdf containing all sectors of the moon with more. Rackham astronomy atlas of the moon by antonin rukl, thomas w. As i write this, the most recent iteration of virtual moon is. Also so much moon information and info about moon flights and history of the people various craters named after. It is an uptodate atlas of the observable part of the moon. Sep 01, 2004 buy atlas of the moon by rukl, antonin, seronik, gary isbn. Atlas of the moon british astronomical association. As it says on the cover, the book is intended for both the beginner and the more experienced lunar observer and this is one instance where the publishing blurb and re. Street van langrens wisilii on the original chart 64 printed in rukls atlas of the moon, a possible concentric crater cc is depicted on the floor of street m westsouthwest of street, which is a good target for telescopic photographers of the region south of tycho.
One of the longtime musthaves for lunar aficionados is the classic volume of the rukl atlas, which has now been republished. The book is very detailed and has been very useful for my lunar observations. Atlas of the moon, 2004, sky publishing corp, isbn 1931559074. Files are in adobe portable document format pdf, and you must have the free. The lunar orbiter photographic atlas of the moon by bowker and hughes nasa sp206 is considered the definitive reference manual to the global photographic coverage of the moon. He was skilled in cartography and selenography, the skill of mapping the moon. For anyone with a small telescope or giant binoculars, the detailed moon maps, displayed in a series of 76 individual closeup drawings, provide a wealth of moon topology. A bestseller that traces the history of the moon, its surface, its orig.
Among the books he authored, his legendary atlas of the moon. An excellent freeware program is the virtual atlas of the moon by patrick chevalley and christian legrand. Revised, updated, and improved with expanded text and maps, this venerable atlas is the ideal reference guide for beginning moongazers and expert lunar observers alike. Rackham a bestseller that traces the history of the moon, its surface, its origin and evolution, and its exploration. The present atlas is intended for anyone interested in becoming familiar with the lunar features visible from the earth.
Rukl atlas of the moon page 2 lunar observing cloudy. Another excellent, pocket sized atlas that uses rukls charts is the kleiner mond atlas. Since its appearance in 1990, rukls atlas of the moon has become something of a standard reference work for the lunar en thusiast, and this revised edition is. The sea of tranquility click below image is another one of leonards special areas for the alien artifact hunter.
If you can find one at a sensible price, than antonin rukls atlas of the moon is widely recognised as probably the best lunar atlas in book form ever produced. Spacecraft radiusdistance from the center of the moon to the spacecraft. You can read about it here in this thread, pocket lunar atlas these pop up for reasonable prices more often than the larger rukl does. The book also groups lunar features and indexes for easy reference. Rukl atlas of the moon pdf in my opinion rukls atlas of the moon is the best atlas available, if you can find a. The territory leading to the moons eastern edge is dominated by the central section of mare fecunditatis, with crater langrenus dominant near the center of the photo. While it is a 20 year old out of print book, it is the best lunar atlas that i have seen. He also runs the excellent lunar photo of the day lpod. Buy atlas of the moon by rukl, antonin, seronik, gary isbn. As a student he developed what was to be a lifelong interest in astronomy. Rukl atlas of the moon lunar observing cloudy nights. Dont forget about the little known pocket rukl too.
This is more systematic than the haphazard approach that produced the messier list. Antonin rukl was the director of the prague planetarium. The actual subearth point on the moon varies slightly due. Truly an atlas, a unique feature of this book is the detailed map in. This should have read as the diameter of the moon s disk and the suns disk for clarity. Ive used the old edition of rukl, but since adopting virtual moon, i havent gone back to rukl. Mar 18, 2016 if you can find one at a sensible price, than antonin rukl s atlas of the moon is widely recognised as probably the best lunar atlas in book form ever produced. Rukl atlas of the moon page 2 lunar observing cloudy nights. Several useful tables include lunar phases updated for 20042014 and the calculation of colongitude. Dec 06, 2015 atlas of the moon antonin rukl sky publishing corp 2004 1. Replacement for rukl moon atlas posted in lunar observing.