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Illustrated Guide to Astronomical Wonders |
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Illustrated Guide to Astronomical Wonders |
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2007-11-27 06:40:32 |
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Ronald H.
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What an excellent guide for both the beginner and the more advanced observer. As an intermediate backyard amateur astronomer, I find that the “Illustrated Guide to Astronomical Wonders” fills aa need by bringing together in one volume a wide variety of information about amateur astronomy. From equipment to objects to observe, there is information about it all.
The organization by constellation is both logical and practical. It lets one plan a session so as to maximize the number of objects to observe. The illustrations from the Digital Sky Survey approximate what the observer can expect to see with moderate sized telescopes.
Robert Bruce Thompson and Barbara Fritchman Thompson have written a winner, providing valuable information for both the beginner and for the more experienced observer. It surely is a bargain at $29.95, and I, as a backyard astronomer, recommend it highly.
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"With its engaging prose and over 500 individual objects described in detail, this book will easily keep you busy both at the telescope and in your favorite recliner! "
--Dean Petters, Amazon.com
