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Stargazing basics
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Paul E. Kinzer |
How do I get started in astronomy? Should I buy binoculars or a telescope? What can I expect to see? This wonderful informal guide to astronomy has all the information an absolute beginner needs to g… |
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The young astronomer's handbook
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Ian Ridpath |
An illustrated guide to astronomy with information on astronomical instruments, the solar system, the celestial sphere, the origins of the universe, and theories of astronomy from ancient times to th… |
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The monthly sky guide
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Ian Ridpath |
In full colour throughout, the seventh edition of Ian Ridpath and Wil Tirion's famous guide to the night sky is fully revised and updated for planet positions and forthcoming eclipses up to the end o… |
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Deep-sky companions
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Stephen James O'Meara |
"In this fresh list, Stephen James O'Meara presents 109 new objects for stargazers to observe. The Secret Deep list contains many exceptional objects, including a planetary nebula whose last thermal … |
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How to identify night sky
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Storm Dunlop |
Maps, charts, and full-color illustrations describe the night sky including planets, comets, meteors, and man-made satellites. |
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Cosmic challenge
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Philip S. Harrington |
"Listing more than 500 sky targets, both near and far, in 187 challenges, this observing guide will test novice astronomers and advanced veterans alike. Its unique mix of Solar System and deep-sky ta… |
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The moon
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Carmel Reilly |
"Provides scientific information about the moon"--Provided by publisher. |
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Stargazing secrets
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Anton Vamplew |
An accessible and informative guide to everything you can see in the night sky with binoculars and a telescope. |
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Astronomy
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Robin Kerrod |
Provides an introduction to astronomy, including information about the solar system, stars and constellations, and projects such as making a sundial. |
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The practical astronomer
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Will Gater |
A complete introduction to observing and understanding the night sky, explaining and demystifying stargazing to recognize objects and explain how they move through the sky over the night and the year. |
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100 things to see in the Southern Night Sky
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Dean Regas |
"The night sky is full of amazing things to see, from shooting stars and constellations, to planets and satellites, but it can be hard to tell what you're seeing, or where to look for the best view. … |
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Stars and planets
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Robert Dinwiddie |
From observing the night sky to looking to the stars and beyond, Nature Guide Stars and Planets contains a guide to all 88 constellations of the night sky, as wells as features the best tools and tec… |
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A walk through the southern sky
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Milton D. Heifetz |
What star is that? Where is the Southern Cross? Who was Orion? This book answers these questions and many more. Its unique simplified maps make it easy to find the constellations in the southern hemi… |
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New astronomer
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Carole Stott |
An introduction to the wonders of astronomy features star charts for both the northern and southern hemispheres and practical directions for exploring the night sky. |
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Skywatching
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Robert Burnham |
Probing the universe - observing the sky - star charts - starhopping guide - exploring space. |
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The young astronomer
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Harry Ford |
Introduces the basics of astronomy through a variety of projects, including a model of a lunar eclipse and a chart of a comet's path. |
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Peterson first guide to astronomy
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Jay M. Pasachoff |
A basic field guide for beginning observers of the night sky, introducing information on the locations, names, and characteristics of stars, constellations, and other bodies in outer space. |
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A young astronomer's guide to the night sky
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Michael R. Porcellino |
Introduces the stars according to the seasons of the year, using history, mythology, and projects involving very little optical aid. |
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The Collapsing Universe
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Isaac Asimov |
In a time of spectacular developments in the new astronomy, the concept of black holes captures top honors. As scientific evidence for them mounts, black holes loom as an ominous development in the l… |
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Observing handbook and catalogue of deep-sky objects
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Christian B. Luginbuhl |
A reference book on visual observation for serious amateur astronomers. Includes guidance to develop skills in visual observation of "deep sky" objects such as clusters, nebulae and galaxies, descrip… |
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