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“For small telescopes and binoculars, these charts and reference materials provide a fine selection of objects that can be seen and appreciated in the night sky, “our window to the universe.” Here are deep sky objects, celestial objects beyond our solar system. By starting small (the moon and planets first), the viewer progresses into open star clusters, globular star clusters, nebulae, supernova, galaxies, and binary stars…. A step by step approach, the drawings are (more…)

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“This book is highly recommmended for all public, college and university libraries. The modest price would also make it an attractive purchase for private collections as well.” E-STREAMS”Altogether, one of the best field guides available. Highly recommended.” Choice

Based on field notes made by Michael Covington throughout his career as an amateur astronomer, this guide covers both the traditional and novel approaches to studying the night sky. In add (more…)

Astronomy has never been a more popular pastime than it is today. The increased availability of less expensive, more powerful, and more sophisticated telescopes has given rise to a new generation of stargazers. And for these beginning astronomers here is the comprehensive book covering everything from the difficult task of selecting an instrument to the equally daunting choices that arise when a telescope is turned to the heavens. Renowned British astronomer and author James M (more…)

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SKY & TELESCOPE (DECEMBER 2004) “I knew all I needed to know about my scope, didn’t I? … The NexStar User’s Guide by Michael Swanson answers that question with a resounding No.” … Swanson includes thorough, model-specific descriptions of the all the telescope functions, care and maintenance, accessories, and numerous advanced topics. You’ll find advice on how to fine-tune your alignment so that a new target will fall within the eyepiece’s field of view every t (more…)

Why use the traditional approach to study the stars when you can turn computers, handheld devices, and telescopes into out-of-this-world stargazing tools? Whether you’re a first timer or an advanced hobbyist, you’ll find Astronomy Hacks both useful and fun. From upgrading your optical finder to photographing stars, this book is the perfect cosmic companion. This handy field guide covers the basics of observing, and what you need to know about tweaking, tuning, adjusting, and tr (more…)

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“You’ve had your fill of giant optical telescopes and orbiting space observatories. Now you want to do some real astronomy. For advice on how to get going, look no further than two excellent books- Amateur Telescope Making and Astronomical Equipment for Amateurs [ISBN 1852330198]. They cover everything from building a telescope on a shoestring, to astrophotography, CCD imaging, software for controlling a telescope, and useful sites on the Net. Highly recommended (more…)

Stargazing is an activity that lasts a lifetime. There’s nothing like the thrill of glimpsing Saturn’s rings for the first time or seeing, with the aid of a simple pair of binoculars, a fuzzy patch in the sky resolve into a cluster of sparkling stars. The Backyard Stargazer will help you discover new wonders in the night sky, whether you observe from a lounge chair in your backyard, a camp set up far from city lights, or a ship’s deck on a special “stargazing cruise.”Written (more…)

From friendly dolphins to giant pandas, from icebergs and glaciers to energy from the sun, from magnets to solids, liquids, and gases, Rookie Read-About Science is a natural addition to the primary-grade classroom with books that cover every part of the science curricula. Includes: animals, nature, scientific principles, the environment, weather, and much more!

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This pocket guide packs a lot of information into a concise, easy-to-read format. (Samantha Neukomm E-Stream 200609)You feel as though you have a friend who’s helping you think about the world of telescopes. (Tony Flanders Sky and Telescope )A practical guide that demystifies… valuable advice on how to instantly spot misleading labels on low-end telescopes. (Astronomical Society of the Pacific – Books of Not )
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“If you have a budding astronomer in your life, then this certainly is a book that you should consider as a gift, or buying yourself, if you’re that emerging stargazer. I remember when I first turned my dad’s binoculars toward the night sky. I had no idea what I was looking at or the proper way to do stargazing. Some 55 years later, this small, information-packed book has arrived. I wish I had these fundamentals packed into one book back then. … I highly recommend this w (more…)