The Definitive Astronomer's Book Collection

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: £14.76

Bang! The Complete History of the Universe
2.  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: £2.80
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)

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Quantum Theory Cannot Hurt You
3.  Quantum Theory Cannot Hurt You by Marcus Chown
The list author says:
  "Quantum Physics explained in simple laymen terms. A must for every budding Physicist!"
Used & New from: £4.46
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)

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The Sun Kings: The Unexpected Tragedy of Richard Carrington and the Tale of How Modern Astronomy Began
4.  The Sun Kings: The Unexpected Tragedy of Richard Carrington and the Tale of How Modern Astronomy Began by Stuart Clark
The list author says:
  "Vivid historical account of Solar observational research in the 19th century as seen through the 'scandalous' life and times of the renowned English Astronomer Richard Carrington"
Used & New from: £10.99
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

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Universe: A Journey from Earth to the Edge of the Cosmos
5.  Universe: A Journey from Earth to the Edge of the Cosmos by Nicolas Cheetham
The list author says:
  "This great book takes you on a journey from Earth to far reaches of the Universe."
Used & New from: £0.01
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

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Using the Meade ETX: 100 Objects You Can Really See with the Mighty ETX (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series)
6.  Using the Meade ETX: 100 Objects You Can Really See with the Mighty ETX (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series) by Mike Weasner
The list author says:
  "Superb user's guide to one of the most popular Meade telescopes on the market. The ETX."
£26.39   Used & New from: £19.95
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

Turn Left at Orion: A Hundred Night Sky Objects to See in a Small Telescope - and How to Find Them
7.  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. One of my favorite books."
Used & New from: £20.35
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)

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History of Astronomy
8.  History of Astronomy by Arthur C. Clarke
The list author says:
  "Excellent reference book to the History of Astronomy."
Used & New from: £5.60
3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

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Star Ware: The Amateur Astronomer's Guide to Choosing, Buying, and Using Telescopes and Accessories
9.  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)

Dark Side of the Universe: Dark Matter, Dark Energy, and the Fate of the Universe
10.  Dark Side of the Universe: Dark Matter, Dark Energy, and the Fate of the Universe by Iain Nicolson
The list author says:
  "An excellent guide to the current theories on cosmology and how Dark Matter/Energy is affecting our universe in simple, easy to understand terminology."
£16.96   Used & New from: £11.99
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

Distant Worlds: Milestones in Planetary Exploration
11.  Distant Worlds: Milestones in Planetary Exploration by Peter Bond
The list author says:
  "Enthralling insight into what we as Human Beings understand our solar system and our ambition to explore these new worlds."
£18.53   Used & New from: £1.63
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

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: £14.25

Parallel Worlds: The Science of Alternative Universes and Our Future in the Cosmos
13.  Parallel Worlds: The Science of Alternative Universes and Our Future in the Cosmos by Michio Kaku
The list author says:
  "Michio Kaku at his best. Theories at the cutting edge of science."
£7.69   Used & New from: £4.17
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)

A Buyer's and User's Guide to Astronomical Telescopes & Binoculars (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series)
14.  A Buyer's and User's Guide to Astronomical Telescopes & Binoculars (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series) by James Mullaney
The list author says:
  "Another good comprehensive guide to buying and using telescopes."
£19.50   Used & New from: £9.89

Creating and Enhancing Digital Astro Images: A Guide for Practical Astronomers (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series)
15.  Creating and Enhancing Digital Astro Images: A Guide for Practical Astronomers (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series) by Grant Privett
The list author says:
  "A clear and concise guide to CCD imaging - A must for imaging enthusiasts."
£23.28   Used & New from: £10.70
3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

Bang! The Complete History of the Universe
16.  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!"
Used & New from: £2.38
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)

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The Never-Ending Days of Being Dead
17.  The Never-Ending Days of Being Dead by Marcus Chown
The list author says:
  "Marcus Chown takes you to the edge of what we know... and what we dont know!"
Used & New from: £1.34
3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)

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A Brief History Of Time: From Big Bang To Black Holes
18.  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

Patrick Moore on the Moon
19.  Patrick Moore on the Moon by Sir Patrick Moore
The list author says:
  "Patrick's excellent description of his favourite celestial object - The Moon."
Used & New from: £5.16
3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

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