Astronomy with Small Telescopes: Up to 5-inch, 125 mm (Patrick Moore’s Practical Astronomy Series)
Author has brought together the experience of small telescope users to provide an insightful look into just what is possible. Written for newcomers to astronomy and experts. Softcover.
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read moreThe Cambridge Double Star Atlas
This magnificent atlas contains the most attractive and interesting double and multiple stars for viewing with binoculars and telescopes. It is a must-have for stargazers who want to explore these fascinating objects. The first modern star atlas devoted to double and multiple stars, it plots over 2,000 selected pairs of stars, each labeled with discoverer, catalog, and/or observatory designations. A superb introduction to this important class of celestial objects, it is spiral bound and printed
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read moreThe Heavens Proclaim His Glory: A Spectacular View of Creation Through the Lens of the NASA Hubble Telescope
“I can see how it might be possible for a man to look down upon the earth and be an atheist, but I cannot conceive how he could look up into the heavens and say there is no God.” Abraham Lincoln Our world displays the handiwork of God all around us-in the land and sea, the animals and the plants. But in respect to the sky, the heavens, the universe…there’s a realm of beauty and creation man has not been able to witness, until now. The Heavens Proclaim His Glory is a compilation o
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read moreMoonwalk with Your Eyes: A Pocket Field Guide (Astronomer’s Pocket Field Guide)
Of all the many things we can look at in the night sky, the Moon is one of the richest in its ever-changing detail, as changes in light and shadow daily transform what you can see of every feature. Whether you use binoculars, a small telescope or a large one,you will find the Moon offers new horizons rich in exploration opportunities.
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read moreIts Possible With A First Time Telescope
From the stars to the planets in our solar system, from nebulas to galaxies, a first time telescope is a great way to make it possible for you to view the heavens. In this article about first time telescopes, you will find out about: * What can you see with a telescope? * How to buy a telescope? * Tips to buy your first time telescope A first time telescope has many benefits that it can offer you. A first time telescope is always an amazing instrument. Imagine having an instrument that can never become exhausted. The universe has placed billions upon billions of objects in the heavens, and with a first time telescope, you are enabled to start navigating, finding, and enjoying the vast universe we occupy. ::: What Can You See With A Telescope? ::: Moon – The moon offers many viewing opportunities, being so close to us, the Moon’s craters can be viewed in great detail. Planets – Jupiter, Mars, Saturn, and some of the other planets in our solar system can be viewed with detail. Saturn shows us its rings, which made Galileo think that Saturn had ears many years ago! You can also see the moons of Saturn and Jupiter. Distant Objects – The first time telescope, especially a good first time telescope can show you great views of Nebula in the Orion constellation, and several galaxies in other parts of the heavens. Your first time telescope can see much more space objects than the ones stated, however, this will help you realize the huge benefits in owning a first time telescope of your own. Please bear in mind that most department stores, toy store telescopes may not show you any detail, even though it may say on the nice packaging. ::: How To Buy A Telescope? ::: A first time telescope is not one to gloss over, a telescope after all is a scientific instrument. The best place to buy your first time telescope is either from a dedicated telescope / astronomy store or online from a dedicated telescope / astronomy retailer. All too often people to satisfy the desire to view the objects in the sky, go out and buy any telescope they can find. I can’t complain as that is how I got my first telescope. Soon after, I realized that that is not the best way to go. My first time telescope purchased from a department store was shortly relegated and never used again. The poor mount made turning the telescope easy, but was no use with keeping the telescope stable to view objects in space. Most 0+ telescopes can be a great first time telescope, especially if they have been purchased from dedicated telescope sellers. Another benefit with going to a store that specializes in telescopes, is that you can tell them about your hopes and aims of a telescope, which will help them find a telescope for your needs, rather than simply getting what first time telescope is available. ::: Tips To Buy Your First Time Telescope ::: After years of looking up at the stars, I have a few tips for buying a telescope. You will need to know where things are in the sky, so make sure you have a star atlas. Even better would be to get a great book called Turn Left At Orion, which will help you with getting the best out of your first time telescope. You can find out more about this great book on our site. Another tip I can offer you is to get the best telescope you can afford, as these good quality first time telescopes will be one which will last for years.
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read moreObserving the Sun (Practical Astronomy Handbooks)
Observing the sun is one of the most interesting and rewarding facets of astronomy to which amateurs can contribute meaningful data. It is the one branch of astronomy that requires only modest equipment and that can be pursued during the day. Peter Taylor, long-time chairman of the Solar Division of the American Association of Variable Star Observers, is a keen and highly experienced observer of the Sun. In this book he explains in a clear and practical way everything that a telescope us
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read moreThe Edge of Physics: A Journey to Earth’s Extremes to Unlock the Secrets of the Universe
In this deeply original book, science writer Anil Ananthaswamy sets out in search of the telescopes and detectors that promise to answer the biggest questions in modern cosmology. Why is the universe expanding at an ever faster rate? What is the nature of the “dark matter” that makes up almost a quarter of the universe? Why does the universe appear fine-tuned for life? Are there others besides our own? Ananthaswamy soon finds himself at the ends of the earth?in remote and sometimes dangerous pl
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