Sky Atlas 2000.0, 2nd Edition: Field Version - Unlaminated

The standard against which all other star atlases are measured, each version of Sky Atlas 2000.0 contains 26 charts covering the whole sky and showing 81,312 single, multiple, and variable stars of magnitude of 8.5 and brighter and 2,700 deep-sky objects. Includes close-up charts of such areas as the celestial poles and the Virgo-Coma galazy region, as well as an acetate coordinate-grid overaly for determining accurate positions. Copublished by Sky Publishing and Cambridge University Press.

Laminated Versions:

Deluxe Version: Deep-Sky Objects are color-coded by type for easy identification. 21 by 16 1/4 inches, spiralbound along the top for easy field use.

Desk Version: Stars and deep-sky objects are black on white background. 18 1/2 by 13 1/2 inches, spiralbound along the top.

Field Version: Stars and deep-sky objects are white on a black background. 18 1/2 by 13 1/2 inches, spiralbound along the top.

Unlaminated Versions:

Deluxe Version: Stars are black, while deep-sky objects are color-coded by type for easy identification. Fold out charts in a 12 by 16 inch book (charts unfold to 21 by 16 inches), spiralbound.

Desk Version: Stars and deep sky objects are black on a white background. Unbound and printed on heavy paper.

Field Version: Stars and deep sky objects are white on a black background. Unbound and printed on heavy paper.