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Nightwatch : Practical Guide To Viewing the Universe (4TH 06 Edition)
Nightwatch : Practical Guide To Viewing the Universe (4TH 06 Edition)
by Terence Dickinson
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Why people write Thoroughly revised, updated and expanded. How writing began in different parts of the world How climate and available materials affected the forms of writing The first three editions of NightWatch sold more than 600,000 copies, making it... (read more)

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The Backyard Astronomer's Guide
The Backyard Astronomer's Guide
by Terence Dickinson
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The modern classic, completely updated. The newest edition of The Backyard Astronomer's Guide includes the latest data and answers the questions most often asked by home astronomers, from beginners to experienced stargazers. Terence Dickinson and Alan... (read more)

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Night Sky: A Field Guide to the Constellations
Night Sky: A Field Guide to the Constellations
by Jonathan Poppele
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Few activities are more peaceful and inspiring than stargazing, and this is your field guide to the night sky. Constellations are organized by season, and each entry features history, details and simple instructions for locating the constellation.... (read more)

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Touring the Universe Through Binoculars: A Complete Astronomer's Guidebook (Wiley Science Editions)
Touring the Universe Through Binoculars: A Complete Astronomer's Guidebook (Wiley Science Editions)
by Philip S Harrington
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This comprehensive work takes you on a personal tour of the universe using nothing more than a pair of binoculars. More comprehensive than any book currently available, it starts with Earth's nearest neighbor, the moon, and then goes on to explore each... (read more)

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Turn Left at Orion: Hundreds of Night Sky Objects to See in a Home Telescope and How to Find Them
Turn Left at Orion: Hundreds of Night Sky Objects to See in a Home Telescope and How to Find Them
by Guy Consolmagno
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With over 100,000 copies sold since first publication, this is one of the most popular astronomy books of all time. It is a unique guidebook to the night sky, providing all the information you need to observe a whole host of celestial objects. With a new... (read more)

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Firefly Planisphere: Latitude 42 Degrees North
Firefly Planisphere: Latitude 42 Degrees North
by Firefly
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A valuable tool for stargazers at all skill and experience levels. A planisphere and sky charts are essential tools for night-sky viewing. Having a reliable planisphere on hand is the best way for stargazers to be sure they do not miss any celestial... (read more)

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Three Hundred and Sixty Five Starry Nights: An Introduction to Astronomy for Every Night of the Year
Three Hundred and Sixty Five Starry Nights: An Introduction to Astronomy for Every Night of the Year
by Chet Raymo
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THE AMATEUR STARGAZER'S ULTIMATE HOME COMPANION 365 Starry Nights is a unique and fascinating introduction to astronomy designed to give you a complete, clear picture of the sky every night of the year. Divided into 365 concise, illustrated essays, it... (read more)

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Seeing the Sky: 100 Projects, Activities & Explorations in Astronomy (Dover Books on Astronomy)
Seeing the Sky: 100 Projects, Activities & Explorations in Astronomy (Dover Books on Astronomy)
by Fred Schaaf
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This fine book for younger students of astronomy and their parents by a popular science writer combines an introductory treatment with interesting, instructive, and entertaining activities and projects. Activities for daylight and nighttime... (read more)

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The Arp Atlas of Peculiar Galaxies: A Chronicle and Observer's Guide
The Arp Atlas of Peculiar Galaxies: A Chronicle and Observer's Guide
by Jeff Kanipe and Dennis Webb
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The Arp Atlas of Peculiar Galaxies A Chronicle and Observer's Guide In 1966, astronomer Halton Arp compiled his Atlas of Peculiar Galaxies, which featured 338 images of some of the strangest looking galaxies and galaxy groups then known to exist. The... (read more)

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Field Guide to the Stars & Planets
Field Guide to the Stars & Planets
by Jay M Pasachoff
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Substantially expanded (new color photos) and revised since the last edition published a decade ago, this field guide serves as a sky tour for amateurs and a reference to data (through 1997) for more experienced observers. Includes 72 star maps and 52... (read more)

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Sky Atlas 2000.0 Companion, 2nd Edition: Descriptions and Data for All 2,700 Star Clusters, Nebulae, and Galaxies Shown in Sky Atlas 2000.0, 2nd Editi
Sky Atlas 2000.0 Companion, 2nd Edition: Descriptions and Data for All 2,700 Star Clusters, Nebulae, and Galaxies Shown in Sky Atlas 2000.0, 2nd Editi
by Robert Strong
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This essential astronomical reference features an alphabetical listing of every deep-sky object plotted in Sky Atlas 2000.0, Second Edition. The main section describes each star cluster, nebula, and galaxy with cross-references to chart numbers, while a... (read more)

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Imaging the Southern Sky: An Amateur Astronomer's Guide (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy)
Imaging the Southern Sky: An Amateur Astronomer's Guide (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy)
by Stephen Chadwick
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This book is not about imaging from the southern hemisphere, but rather about imaging those areas of the sky that lie south of the celestial equator. Many of the astronomical objects presented are also accessible to northern hemisphere imagers, including... (read more)

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Night Sky Tracker: Backyard Astronomer's Logbook
Night Sky Tracker: Backyard Astronomer's Logbook
by Leslie A Horvitz
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This handy astronomers' helper is specially designed for outdoor use at night, featuring a rubberized PCV cover with wraparound flap and snap for protection against nighttime dew, and a hidden spiral binding. The cover has glow-in-the dark markings, so... (read more)

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Burnhams Celestial Handbook Volume 3
Burnhams Celestial Handbook Volume 3
by Robert Jr Burnham
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A unique and necessary reference for amateurs and professionals alike, with comprehensive coverage of the thousands of celestial objects outside our solar system—but within the range of two- to twelve-inch telescopes. The objects are grouped... (read more)

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Burnhams Celestial Handbook Volume 1 Rev Edition
Burnhams Celestial Handbook Volume 1 Rev Edition
by Robert Jr Burnham
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A unique and necessary reference for amateurs and professionals alike, with comprehensive coverage of the thousands of celestial objects outside our solar system—but within the range of two- to twelve-inch telescopes. The objects are grouped... (read more)

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Utah Starwatch: The Essential Guide to Our Night Sky
Utah Starwatch: The Essential Guide to Our Night Sky
by Mike Lynch
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Written in a folksy, down-to-earth style, this user-friendly guide to the night sky is designed for beginner and intermediate stargazers ages twelve and up. It begins with chapters explaining the stars, nebulae, star clusters, and galaxies—and what... (read more)

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The Hatfield Lunar Atlas: Digitally Re-Mastered Edition
The Hatfield Lunar Atlas: Digitally Re-Mastered Edition
by Anthony Charles Cook
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The Hatfield Lunar Atlas has become an amateur lunar observer's bible since it was first published in 1968. A major update of the atlas was made in 1998, using the same wonderful photographs that Commander Henry Hatfield made with his purpose-built 12... (read more)

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Cambridge Observing Handbooks for Research Astronomers #2: Handbook of CCD Astronomy
Cambridge Observing Handbooks for Research Astronomers #2: Handbook of CCD Astronomy
by Steve B Howell
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This handbook constitutes a concise and accessible reference on all practical aspects of using Charge-Coupled Devices (CCDs). Starting with the electronic workings of these modern marvels, Steven Howell discusses their basic characteristics and then... (read more)

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The Moon Almanac
The Moon Almanac
by Kim Long
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Your Complete Guide to Moon Facts and Sights in 2012!The first of its kind, The 2012 Moon Almanac packs essential information on all things lunar into one handy annual reference. With this almanac, you’ll have at your fingertips: ● The rising... (read more)

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Through the Telescope: A Guide for the Amateur Astronomer
Through the Telescope: A Guide for the Amateur Astronomer
by Patricia Barnes Svarney
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Originally published in 1989 and winner of a New York Academy of Sciences book award, this popular handbook has been completely revised and updated to reflect the latest astronomical discoveries and new telescope advances. It provides detailed guidance... (read more)

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