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Given that the Webb Society is UK based, I take for granted that it will have a strongly northern hemisphere-oriented focus. Sadly few have taken up the challenge in the south, which may help explain some errors and omissions in southern objects. I am sure with more southern contributers, the Webb Society would be able to produce lots more useful material on southern skies, and even perhaps update their 7th volume.
I know Richard Jaworski (ASNSW) has tirelessly contributed to their data on double stars, and that Jenni Kay has written material on the Magellanic Clouds in recent years.
In my experience, few observers go beyond casually glancing at the objects they observe. The Webb Society handbooks address this, gently encouraging deeper observational skills. I cannot speak highly enough of the benefits of the handbooks in this regard, notwithstanding any apparent shortcomings identified.
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