The Messier Objects

For around 200,000 telescope beginners and many advanced users annually, the most beautiful celestial targets are the Messier objects, named after the astronomer Charles Messier. With the clear star charts, star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies can be found quickly. For each object, the authors explain what binoculars already show and which details and structures become visible beyond that in a small or larger telescope. Advanced users are enticed by the numerous tips for astrophotography. And even Messier experts will find many new insights in the detailed background information on all 110 objects.

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