A view of the universe /

A very colorful volume filled with spectacular views of celestial objects and a limited text. It is of the type sometimes called "coffee-table books," many of which are published in astronomy. However, there is a significant difference here in that the emphasis is on techniques of photographing faint, extended objects, most of which are nebulae and galaxies. At the simplest level, these books often disappoint, since visual observation, even with a large telescope, cannot duplicate the photographs in color, clarity, or detail. This book reflects Malin's interest in photography and delves into the procedures for obtaining the photographic results he has obtained. The author works in Australia and his book is oriented toward southern celestial hemisphere viewing, a problem for anyone in the northern hemisphere using it as an atlas. Truly appropriate for anyone with an avid interest in celestial photography, but for more leisurely and general perusal there are other, more comprehensive books. Recommended for readers with extensive amateur interests and experience. Undergraduate; graduate; pre-professional. A. R. Upgren; Wesleyan University