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This readable guide to observing the sky provides amateur and student astronomers with practical knowledge of telescope use and astronomical photography, describes astronomical phenomena that can be observed, and gives ideas for research projects. This is an unabridged republication of a book published by Prentice-Hall, New York, 1981. Clay is affi
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
A good collection of projects for the amateur astronomer
6 July 2001
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This book was written in the early 80s but is still useful today as a guide to how an amateur astronomer can contribute to the science. It covers many observing topics in-depth and explains how to document findings: variable stars, double star orbits, sunspots, asteroid light curves, comets. The book also contains a section on photography and the use of a couple handy instruments that are now probably outdated.
I read the book but haven't actually begun any of the projects covered in it, mainly because I just like to observe with my telescope and not get mired in the science. However, the book did help me become more familiar with the use of telescopes as scientific instruments and not just as windows on the universe.
A good basic book.
9 Nov 2011
Format:Paperback
I've had this book for many years and despite the fact some of the info is outdated I still find this book very useful. After observing this is still the first book I use for reference.
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How do you define an amateur?
6 Nov 2006
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
If you are brand new to astronomy, say have your first telescope and want to learn more, think twice before buying this book. Or, any book for that matter. I have yet to find a book that begins with the very basics and works from there. (Just ordered Astronomy for Dummies, in hopes this will meet my requirement).
My experience so far is that astronomy books are densely written, and begin with complex concepts and terminology. This one is no different.
Also note how old this book is. I suspect, but don't know, that it needs to be updated.
My experience so far is that astronomy books are densely written, and begin with complex concepts and terminology. This one is no different.
Also note how old this book is. I suspect, but don't know, that it needs to be updated.
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