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This innovative Haynes Manual presents in-depth information about all the practical aspects of astronomy. Written with style and enthusiasm by a dedicated amateur and extensively illustrated, this book applies the Haynes approach to a popular and inspirational hobby that requires plenty of practical information and understanding. Whether novice or keen amateur, everyone with an interest in astronomy will be fascinated by this Haynes Manual.
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Jane Green writes about astronomy for Sky & Telescope and Astronomy Now, and also lectures to a wide range of audiences alongside VIPs, celebrities and industry professionals, including US astronaut Buzz Aldrin.
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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Star stuff delivered in a easy-to-understand style with superb illustrations. A must-buy for anyone interested in the 'great out there' from beginners to the more advanced.
Thoroughly enjoyable, visually luxurious, a great addition to the reference shelf.
Well done Jane A Green and Haynes.
Thoroughly enjoyable, visually luxurious, a great addition to the reference shelf.
Well done Jane A Green and Haynes.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
So you think of Haynes as a car repair manual, well with this book think again. It is the size of a standard Haynes manual but thats where the it ends. This book is richly illustrated with fantastic colour photos and diagrams and takes you on a journey through the solar system, stars, constellations explaining each subjsct in an informative but easy way.It also has sections on binocular and telescopes to help you understand and use these pieces of equipment to view the night sky, it also shows how the professionals do it with current and projected projects. Sections on astro photography and home amateur observatories are also covered and gives you the basics to give inspiration for further investigation. All in all as a somewhat novice to astronomy I found this book thoughtful and well laid out. It could be said to be aimed at beginners or an enthusiasts guide, and in that area it excels. If you want an astronomy book to start off with you couldn't go wrong with this one. If the likes of Sir Patrick Moore and Dr Brian May give it a thumbs up than I am more than happy to join them.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I brought this book through amazon when it was first published! I am currently half way through it and I have to say I am very impressed! It is very well written and is excellent for all ages! Its easy to understand and has loads of pictures and diagrams to help you understand the subject. I would recommend it to anyone showing an interest in astronomy.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Absolutely Astronomically Awesome
Superb up-to-date work. Slight departure from the old Haynes Manuals, but very easy to read with excellent interpretive photos, graphics and diagrams. Read more
Published 1 month ago by J. G. Futers
Very handy hardback for beginners.
Fantastic book which explains everything in plain English. It covers all the interesting stuff (as if there was anything that WASN'T interesting in the universe!! Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mr. S. J. Cappleman
very good item
I bought this for my dad who is new to astronomy and this book is an excellent way for him to learn more about what to look for and what it is you are seeing.
Published 5 months ago by chrmil
Excellent pictures. Otherwise bad.
I've only read the first 50 pages of this book but am appalled at how badly it has been written (by Jane Green; Patrick moore and Brian May have only written Introductions,... Read more
Published 7 months ago by I. Tanner
great gift for budding astronomer
This book was bought as a gift for my father who, on retirement was presented with a great big telescope! Read more
Published 8 months ago by debidoodah
It is a good start as an Introduction to Astronomy
On the plus side there are a lot of clear explanations, good pictures and a good overview of the general concepts involved. Read more
Published 12 months ago by LearnedViking
Looks good, but disappointing so far.
On having a quick glance of this book, and reading the reviews on here this seemed to be the perfect book for a complete beginner like me. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Zane
very disappointing
From the number of errors and omissions, it is clear that neither Brian May nor Patrick Moore have read the book. Read more
Published 15 months ago by D. Morrison
succinct and up to date
Great book for the amateur and more advanced hobby astronomer. Published in late 2010 it contains all the latest thinking on things like exoplanets etc. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Mr. P. W. Reach
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