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General Astronomy Books
 365
Starry Nights : An Introduction to Astronomy for Every Night of the Year
~ Chet Raymo / Paperback / Published 1992
Chet Raymo takes a Reader's Digest approach to
Astronomy and presents the wonders of the universe in an enjoyable and
easy to read manner. The book is divided into 365 segments to give a clear
picture of the sky every night of the year. This is an Excellent book
to learn the sky and constellations. The main focus of the book is naked
eye astronomy, but would also be useful for binocular and small telescope
observers. The book is full of hundreds of charts, drawings, and maps
that help in explaining the night sky. Rather than sitting down and reading
this book from cover to cover, I enjoy reading this book throughout the
year. 365 Starry Nights would be a good book for a beginner astronomer,
or anyone who enjoys the night skies.
Turn Left at Orion : A Hundred Night Sky Objects to See in a Small Telescope-And
How to Find Them; Dan M. Davis, et al
One of the most difficult tasks of the beginning
amateur astronomer is learning how to identify where celestial objects
are. This book, which is subtitled, "A Hundred Night Sky Objects
to See in a Small Telescope-And How to Find Them," clearly explains
to the beginning astronomer how to find planets, stars, galaxies, and
nebula that are easily viewed by smaller telescopes. This book has become
a classic and will easily become your favourite, and most worn, astronomy
book in your collection.
 Nightwatch
: A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe
by Terence Dickinson, Timothy Ferris, Victor Costanzo (Illustrator)
This is another great book for people new to amateur
astronomy. Initially published in 1983, this book has sold over 275,000
copies, making it one of the best selling astronomy books ever. Nightwatch
provides an excellent introduction to observational astronomy, helping
the beginning amateur astronomy learn all about the cosmos. Topics include
backyard astronomy, stargazing equipment, the planets, the moon and sun,
solar and lunar eclipses, comets, meteors, and how to photograph the night
sky. This book, along with Turn Left at Orion, make an excellent introduction
to astronomy for people of all ages.
 The
Backyard Astronomer's Guide; Terence Dickinson, et al
If you are new to astronomy and want to learn the
basics, this is one of the best books you can buy.
It is an essential reference tool for both beginning and veteran sky observers.
Drawing on decades of stargazing experience, the authors suggest what
equipment to buy and what to avoid, describe observing techniques, and
explain how to hunt down the most interesting celestial objects. Each
chapter is illustrated with the latest, breathtaking astrophotography.
This book has become the definitive book for amateur astronomy.
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