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1 online resource (ix, 147 pages) : illustrations, maps |
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polychrome |
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text file |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Summary |
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 get started. It explains the basic techniques and equipment you need for exploring the night sky, from observing with the naked eye to using binoculars and telescopes. It then takes you on a tour of the night sky, covering the Moon, Sun, stars, planets, and more. The book gives sound advice on purchasing affordable binoculars, telescopes, and accessories, and is illustrated with photos taken by the author, showing how objects in the sky actually look through modest amateur equipment. Whether you are a parent thinking of buying a telescope for your children, or a newcomer yourself, this book has all you need to know to take the first steps into the fascinating world of astronomy. |
| Contents |
Introduction; Part I. Stargazing Techniques and Equipment: 1. With the naked eye alone; 2. Binoculars: the next step; 3. 'But I want a telescope!'; Part II. What's Up There?: 1. The Solar System; 2. The deep sky; Part III. A Stargazing Glossary: Appendix 1. The Greek alphabet; Appendix 2: The Constellations; Some simple star charts; Index. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Amateur astronomy -- Observers' manuals.
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Amateur astronomy. |
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Astronomy -- Amateurs' manuals.
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Astronomy. |
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Astronomy -- Observers' manuals.
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| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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Handbooks and manuals.
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Handbooks and manuals.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Kinzer, Paul E., 1960- Stargazing basics. Cambridge, UK ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2008 9780521728591 0521728592 (DLC) 2008024378 (OCoLC)231163826 |
| ISBN |
9780511438431 (electronic book) |
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0511438435 (electronic book) |
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9780511434129 (electronic book ; Adobe Digital Editions) |
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051143412X (electronic book ; Adobe Digital Editions) |
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0511437765 (electronic book) |
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9780511437762 (electronic book) |
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0521728592 (Paper) |
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9780521728591 |
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