The Definitive Astronomer's Book Collection 2011

A Listmania! list by Martin Peston "Astronomy Author" (Essex, UK)
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A User's Guide to the Meade LXD55 and LXD75 Telescopes (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series)
1.  A User's Guide to the Meade LXD55 and LXD75 Telescopes (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series) by Martin Peston
The list author says:
  "A comprehensive guide to using the Meade LXD series. Suitable for all telescopes that uses the AUTOSTAR(TM) computer controlled handset."
£19.35   Used & New from: £14.86

Astronomers Anonymous: Getting Help with the Puzzles and Pitfalls of Practical Astronomy
2.  Astronomers Anonymous: Getting Help with the Puzzles and Pitfalls of Practical Astronomy by Steve Ringwood
The list author says:
  "Probably the most wittiest (and very true!) account of the antics and misadventures of amateur astronomers today and throughout the ages. Very Funny! - Now Available to buy July 2010"
£26.99   Used & New from: £15.77
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

Wonders of the Solar System
3.  Wonders of the Solar System by Professor Brian Cox
The list author says:
  "Brian Cox popular tv astronomer and particle physicist describes the Solar System in vivid detail.Based upon the popular BBC Tv series. A must for all astronomers beginners and amateurs alike."
£12.00   Used & New from: £4.62
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (55 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

Wonders of the Universe
4.  Wonders of the Universe by Brian Cox
The list author says:
  "Companion to the BBC series of the same name. Similar format to Wonders of the Solar System. Personally my favorite of the two books."
£11.33   Used & New from: £5.11
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (81 customer reviews)

Philip's Stargazing 2011
5.  Philip's Stargazing 2011 by Heather Couper
The list author says:
  "Popular TV Astronomer and Author Heather Couper takes you on a tour of objects to see in 2011"
Used & New from: £0.01
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)

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Astronomy Manual: The Practical Guide to the Night Sky
6.  Astronomy Manual: The Practical Guide to the Night Sky by Brian May
The list author says:
  "A Haynes manual-style guide to practical amateur astonomy. Foreword by Brian May."
£11.99   Used & New from: £9.19
3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

A Brief History Of Time: From Big Bang To Black Holes
7.  A Brief History Of Time: From Big Bang To Black Holes by Stephen Hawking
The list author says:
  "Stephen Hawking at his best. A must for every astronomy book collection."
£6.29   Used & New from: £0.01
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (95 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

Bang! The Complete History of the Universe
8.  Bang! The Complete History of the Universe by Brian May
The list author says:
  "Dr Brian May, Queen guitarist and astronomer, teams up with Patrick Moore and Chris Lintott to produce a comprehensive beginners guide to the Universe. A must have! - Now Updated"
Used & New from: £2.72
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)

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The Grand Design: New Answers to the Ultimate Questions of Life
9.  The Grand Design: New Answers to the Ultimate Questions of Life by Stephen Hawking
The list author says:
  "Stephen Hawking airs his latest theories about the Universe"
Used & New from: £1.63
3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (123 customer reviews) | 2 customer discussions

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Turn Left at Orion: A Hundred Night Sky Objects to See in a Small Telescope - and How to Find Them
10.  Turn Left at Orion: A Hundred Night Sky Objects to See in a Small Telescope - and How to Find Them by Guy Consolmagno
The list author says:
  "Indispensible guide to finding your way around the night sky."
Used & New from: £20.39
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)

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A Spectroscopic Atlas of Bright Stars: A Pocket Field Guide (Astronomer's Pocket Field Guide)
11.  A Spectroscopic Atlas of Bright Stars: A Pocket Field Guide (Astronomer's Pocket Field Guide) by Jack Martin
The list author says:
  "A unique reference to some of the brightest stars in the sky. Suitable for astronomers at all levels interested in the facinating subject of Spectroscopy."
£23.74   Used & New from: £10.69
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

Practical Amateur Spectroscopy (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series)
12.  Practical Amateur Spectroscopy (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series) by Stephen F. Tonkin
The list author says:
  "Excellent description of the latest methods in spectroscopy available for amateur astronomers."
£31.67   Used & New from: £16.92

Philip's Planisphere: Northern 51.5 Degrees - British Isles, Northern Europe Northern USA and Canada (Philip's Astronomy)
13.  Philip's Planisphere: Northern 51.5 Degrees - British Isles, Northern Europe Northern USA and Canada (Philip's Astronomy) by VARIOUS
The list author says:
  "Probably the best astronomical tool to help find your way around the sky. Easy to use and ideal for any age. Everyone should own one!"
Used & New from: £4.60
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (84 customer reviews)

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Hubble: Imaging Space and Time
14.  Hubble: Imaging Space and Time by David H. DeVorkin
The list author says:
  "The Hubble Space Telescope has greatly advanced our understanding of nature of the Universe by producing some of the best images taken from Space. This book isn't just a picture book but delves deep i"
£18.00   Used & New from: £6.77
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

We Need to Talk About Kelvin: What everyday things tell us about the universe
15.  We Need to Talk About Kelvin: What everyday things tell us about the universe by Marcus Chown
The list author says:
  "Yet another excellent popular science book from the prolific science writer Marcus Chown."
£9.74   Used & New from: £0.01
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

Parallel Worlds: The Science of Alternative Universes and Our Future in the Cosmos
16.  Parallel Worlds: The Science of Alternative Universes and Our Future in the Cosmos by Michio Kaku
The list author says:
  "Another good comprehensive guide to buying and using telescopes."
£7.69   Used & New from: £4.33
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)

The Greatest Show on Earth: The Evidence for Evolution
17.  The Greatest Show on Earth: The Evidence for Evolution by Richard Dawkins
The list author says:
  "A popular science view on the theory of evolution by the well known controversial author Richard Dawkins. Well worth the read."
£13.00   Used & New from: £1.96
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (182 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

Star Ware: The Amateur Astronomer's Guide to Choosing, Buying, and Using Telescopes and Accessories
18.  Star Ware: The Amateur Astronomer's Guide to Choosing, Buying, and Using Telescopes and Accessories by Philip S. Harrington
The list author says:
  "Utterly indespensible guide to buying astronomical equipment."
£9.74   Used & New from: £7.97
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

Patrick Moore's Yearbook of Astronomy 2011
19.  Patrick Moore's Yearbook of Astronomy 2011 by Patrick Moore
The list author says:
  "The legendary Patrick Moore discussing everything you need to know abouts what's going on in the night sky in 2011"
Used & New from: £0.01
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

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