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100 1 _aPickering, Edward C.
_q(Edward Charles),
_d1846-1919
245 1 2 _aA Plan for Securing Observations of the Variable Stars
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2011-03-19
508 _aProduced by Walter MacDonald II
520 _a"A Plan for Securing Observations of the Variable Stars" by Edward C. Pickering is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This book outlines a systematic approach for amateur and professional astronomers alike to observe variable stars, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and structured methodology in astronomical research. The content is primarily focused on the classification and observation techniques for various types of variable stars, making it a significant work in the field of astronomy. The book begins with an encouragement for observers, particularly amateurs and women, to engage in the study of variable stars and contribute valuable data to the scientific community. It categorizes variable stars into several classes based on their brightness fluctuations and provides detailed instructions for observing and reporting observations effectively. Pickering discusses the importance of accurate measurements, establishing a standard method for documenting findings, and coordinating efforts among a broad network of observers to ensure comprehensive data collection. Overall, it presents a plan intended to expand astronomical knowledge through collaborative observation efforts while training a new generation of skilled observers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aVariable stars
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35613
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