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The Backyard Astronomer's Guide

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What type of telescope is best for beginners? Can I use my camera to take photographs through a telescope? How good are the new computerized telescope mounts? What charts, books, software and other references do I need? These questions are asked time and again by enthusiastic new amateurs as they take up recreational astronomy. But accurate, objective and up-to-date information can be hard to find. Throughout the 1990s, the first edition of The Backyard Astronomer's Guide established itself as the indispensable reference to the equipment and techniques used by the modern recreational stargazer. Now, authors Terence Dickinson and Alan Dyer have produced an expanded and completely updated edition that again sets the standard for accessible and reliable information on one of the world's most popular hobbies. With more than 500 colour photographs and illustrations, this is one of the most beautiful and user-friendly astronomy books ever produced. The standard reference for amateur astronomers - fully revised & updated. First published in 1991. Revised first edition published 1994; 10th printing, 2001: ISBN 0-921820-11-9.

About the Author :
Terence Dickinson, one of Canada's best-loved amateur-astronomy writers, gained renown for unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos. His down-to-earth style made him the award-winning best-selling author of 14 astronomy books, including NightWatch, The Backyard Astronomer's Guide, The Universe and Beyond and Hubble's Universe. The cofounder and former editor of SkyNews, Canada's national astronomy magazine, Dickinson was a recipient of the Order of Canada and two honorary doctorates. He died of complications from Parkinson's on February 1, 2023. Alan Dyer is program producer at the Calgary Science Centre Planetarium and a contributing editor to Sky & Telescope magazine. He is widely regarded as an authority on commercial telescopes, and his evaluations of astronomical equipment appear regularly in major North American astronomy magazines.

Review :
A comprehensive guide for the amateur astronomer on buying and using equipment, including telescopes, mounts, eyepieces, and accessories. If you're bewildered by the choice of astronomy equipment out there, this book will help immensely.-- "One-Minute Astronomer.com" (10/3/2008 12:00:00 AM) Besides its practical benefits, this book is a real treat for the eyes. It's loaded with colorful photographs, graphics and information boxes.--John McPhee "Halifax Chronicle-Herald" (2/1/2003 12:00:00 AM) Big colorful user-friendly book ... I recommend this book for anyone who is contemplating buying a telescope, has one but does not quite know how to use it, or wants to learn more about accessories and fun activities to supplement his or her stargazing. If you teach observational astronomy, run a public observatory, or conduct community stargazing classes, put this magazine down and order it right now ... This book is your passport to the stars.--David Aguilar "Sky and Telescope" (8/1/2003 12:00:00 AM) Crammed with practical information that should help you become a better observer, and have fun doing it.--Craig Tupper "Astronomy" (5/1/2003 12:00:00 AM) Excellent introductory text ... completely revised from the 1991 edition, and it is lushly illustrated in color throughout.--Ursula Ellis "E-Streams, Vol. 6, No. 4" Few books capture the spirit of the hobby so well -- the pleasures and the pitfalls of the equipment you might need, and the simple joy of watching the universe go by.-- "American Scientist" (1/1/2003 12:00:00 AM) Here's the ultimate resource for anyone who's thought of following up on an interest in astronomy.... A valuable addition to the amateur astronomer's bookshelf, "The Backyard Astronomer's Guide" brings distant object to our everyday lives.--Linda Turk "Chronicle-Journal (Thunder Bay)" (9/14/2008 12:00:00 AM) I highly recommend this volume for most amateur astronomers and all libraries. I wish I had read it before I purchased my first telescope.--John O. Christensen "Science Books and Films" (10/15/2003 12:00:00 AM) If an amateur astronomer could afford one book, this would be the one to get ... one of the most attractive practical astronomy works ever produced.--Russ Francis "Monday Magazine" Its nontechnical language makes astronomy an avocation accessible to everyone.-- "Library Journal" (5/1/2003 12:00:00 AM) Lively, accessible style; is comprehensive; and is lavishly illustrated with hundreds of photographs, diagrams, and charts... highly recommended for any library.--Mark Wilson "American Reference Books Annual, Volume 35" (1/1/2004 12:00:00 AM) More than any other guide to backyard observing, this excellent book focuses on equipment.-- "Astronomy" (11/1/2004 12:00:00 AM) One of the best books to guide amateurs.--Tracey Pitch "Anchorage Daily News" (12/10/2010 12:00:00 AM) Recommended for all libraries and for experienced or inexperienced amateur astronomers.--A.R. Upgren "Choice" (4/1/2003 12:00:00 AM) This all-encompassing reference provides practical advice.-- "Science News" (1/4/2003 12:00:00 AM) This book is an indispensable tool for any serious naturalist who wants to understand and experience the full expanse of the world and universe around us.--Pierre R. Gauthier "Canadian Camera" (6/1/2003 12:00:00 AM) With over 500 color photographs and illustrations, this book is a valuable, beautiful and user-friendly astronomy reference.-- "Lunar and Planetary Information Bulletin, Lunar and Planetary Institute" (12/1/2008 12:00:00 AM)


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781552095072
  • Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd
  • Publisher Imprint: Firefly Books Ltd
  • Edition: Revised edition
  • Language: English
  • Width: 236 mm
  • ISBN-10: 155209507X
  • Publisher Date: 27 Feb 2003
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Height: 280 mm
  • Returnable: N


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