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Old April 14th 09, 07:22 AM posted to alt.astronomy
UltraLazarus
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I was just wondering whether anyone has any advice as to where to find
one in print. I was looking specifically for a map or chart showing
(what I understand to be) the modern International Astronomical
Union's definition of a constellation, as opposed to asterisms.

I understand you can find these online, but a proper in-print version
would be great.

Thank to anyone who can help- it is appreciated.

Steve

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Old April 15th 09, 03:33 AM posted to alt.astronomy
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Default Map Showing Constellation Boundaries?

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UltraLazarus wrote:

I was just wondering whether anyone has any advice as to where to find
one in print. I was looking specifically for a map or chart showing
(what I understand to be) the modern International Astronomical
Union's definition of a constellation, as opposed to asterisms.


Practically all star atlases will show the IAU boundaries, and many
introductory astronomy manuals do as well. The _Field Guide to the Stars
& Planets_, from the Peterson series, is probably one of the handiest
references that includes a full set of (small-scale) charts; it can
usually be found in museum & planetarium book- or gift-shops, or in
larger park visitor centres -- if not in your local bookstore.

Disclaimer: the only edition I'm familiar with is the old one by Donald
J. Menzel, so I'm not certain the more recent version has them.

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