Intermediate·Deep-sky observing

Atlas of the Messier Objects

by Ronald Stoyan · 2024

The definitive observing atlas of all 110 Messier objects. Combines detailed finder charts, photographs, and the author's own eyepiece drawings with historical background and astrophysical data for each object, a reference-grade companion for deep-sky observers working through the Messier list.

Author: Ronald Stoyan
Published: 2024
Level: Intermediate
Topic: Deep-sky observing

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