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TELESCOPIC WORK FOR STARLIOHT EVENINGS. 



BY 



WILLIAM F. DENNING, F.R.A.S, 

 (Formerly President of the Liverpool Astronomical Society.) 



EXTBACTS FBOM BE VIEWS. 



" As might be expected from such an experienced and enthusiastic observer as Mr. 

 Denning, this book is thoroughly practical. He is not contented with describing the 

 beauties of the skies, but gives invaluable information as how to see them best. To 

 observers of limited means the book will be of the greatest assistance, both in the 

 selection and use of their instruments. The book is full of important practical details. 

 Every one who uses a telescope or intends to use one, of whatever dimensions, should 

 read Mr. Denning's book." — Nature. 



"There is a peculiar interest and fascination connected with the subject of 

 Astronomy, which even the comparatively uneducated reader cannot but feel, and 

 hence there exists here a field for popular presentation which is hardly equalled in 

 any other branch of science. The present work is one of this class, and is fresh in 

 matter, attractive and popular in style, and with its numerous illustrations cannot fail 

 to bring pleasure and instruction to all who use it." — American Journal of Science. 



Mr. Denning "writes as an observer of skill and experience, whilst the early chapters 

 on the invention, history, and development of the telescope are replete with interest to 

 all, but especially to those who are themselves astronomical observers." — Athenceum.. 



"It deserves to be read with respect and attention by every amateur astronomer ; nor 

 can the task prove anything but a pleasure to such as will genially commit themselves 

 to the guidance of an author whose arbitrary dealings, here and there, with language 

 impart a certain raciness to the ready and animated flow of his discourse. The want, 

 moreover, of such an unpretending handbook is, we believe, genuinely felt. Many 

 persons are the possessors of telescopes which they are at a loss how to employ. 

 Intending observers cannot do better, under these circumstances, than place themselves 

 under Mr. Denning's guidance The book is suitably and sufficiently illustrated, in 

 large measure from the author's original drawings." — Saturday Beview, May 23. 



" Mr. Denning is universally recognized as one of the greatest living authorities on 

 the subject of Meteoric Astronomy. A work from his pen will therefore be read with 

 much interest and expectation by all lovers of the sublime science, and his readers will 

 not be disappointed. This is a very interesting and valuable work, and all telescopists 

 should procure a copy without delay." — Philosophical Magazine (J. E. Gtore). 



"Mr. Denning is so well known as a patient observer of meteors and comets that 

 a work from him on observational astronomy will be looked upon with special 

 interest." — Knowledge. 



" The illustrations are numerous and well executed and there is a fairly copious 

 index. Mr. Denning's work will we trust have a large circulation, for it thoroughly 

 deserves it. The book would make an admirable addition to the shelves of a lending 

 library." — Bristol Times and Mirror. 



" Since the appearance of Webb's ' Celestial Objects for Common Telescopes ' I much 

 doubt if any work more useful to the amateur observer (and notably to the beginner) 

 has appeared than ' Telescopic Work for Steer light Evenings.' One conspicuous merit of 

 Mr. Denning's excellent book lies in the fact that it is obviously written by a man 

 possessing the most' thorough personal familiarity with the objects he so lucidly 

 describes." — "F.B.A.S." in English Mechanic. 



"Mr. Denning has written in a straightforward earnest fashion that must not only 

 make many difficulties clear to his readers but inspire them with something of his own 

 determination and enthusiasm." — .Observatory. 



"A glance at its table of contents will interest any reader of Astronomy who knows 

 anything of the Author's ability as a practical astronomer and a ready writer on 

 general astronomical themes." — Sidereal Messenger. 



" Would-be purchasers of telescopes are assisted with sound advice, would-be 

 workers with telescopes are supplied with stimulating suggestions." — Journal of the 

 British Astronomical Association. 



" Mr. Denning is one of the keenest, most unwearyiag^)bservers in England, and the 

 book is worthy of his reputation." — Weekly MailTA %| ^J £ K ' -* c~* 



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