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Stargazing basics Stargazing basics 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… OL11967375W
The young astronomer's handbook The young astronomer's handbook 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… OL14802W
The monthly sky guide The monthly sky guide 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… OL14809W
Deep-sky companions Deep-sky companions 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 … OL15520917W
How to identify night sky How to identify night sky Storm Dunlop Maps, charts, and full-color illustrations describe the night sky including planets, comets, meteors, and man-made satellites. OL15688955W
Cosmic challenge Cosmic challenge 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… OL16417032W
The moon The moon Carmel Reilly "Provides scientific information about the moon"--Provided by publisher. OL16484418W
Stargazing secrets Stargazing secrets Anton Vamplew An accessible and informative guide to everything you can see in the night sky with binoculars and a telescope. OL18770181W
Astronomy Astronomy Robin Kerrod Provides an introduction to astronomy, including information about the solar system, stars and constellations, and projects such as making a sundial. OL19414999W
The practical astronomer The practical astronomer 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. OL19724776W
100 things to see in the Southern Night Sky 100 things to see in the Southern Night Sky 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. … OL19762164W
Stars and planets Stars and planets 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… OL19978059W
A walk through the southern sky A walk through the southern sky 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… OL2128327W
New astronomer New astronomer 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. OL24436355W
Skywatching Skywatching Robert Burnham Probing the universe - observing the sky - star charts - starhopping guide - exploring space. OL24851355W
The young astronomer The young astronomer 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. OL2726624W
Peterson first guide to astronomy Peterson first guide to astronomy 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. OL35326W
A young astronomer's guide to the night sky A young astronomer's guide to the night sky Michael R. Porcellino Introduces the stars according to the seasons of the year, using history, mythology, and projects involving very little optical aid. OL4475359W
The Collapsing Universe The Collapsing Universe 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… OL46346W
Observing handbook and catalogue of deep-sky objects Observing handbook and catalogue of deep-sky objects 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… OL4776773W
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