Amazon.co.uk: The Definitive Astronomer's Book Collection

The Definitive Astronomer's Book Collection
A Listmania! list by Martin Peston "Astronomy Author" (Essex, UK)

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

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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

(16 customer reviews)

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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

(24 customer reviews)

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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"

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(7 customer reviews)

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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."

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(14 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

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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."

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(6 customer reviews)

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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."

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(39 customer reviews)

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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 customer reviews)

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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

(3 customer reviews)

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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

(1 customer review)

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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

(1 customer review)

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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."

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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

(27 customer reviews)

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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

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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

(1 customer review)

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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!"

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(16 customer reviews)

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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!"

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(27 customer reviews)

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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."

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(95 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

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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."

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(3 customer reviews)

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Bang! The Complete History of the Universe

Quantum Theory Cannot Hurt You

The Sun Kings: The Unexpected Tragedy of Richard Carrington and the Tale of How Modern Astronomy Began

Universe: A Journey from Earth to the Edge of the Cosmos

Turn Left at Orion: A Hundred Night Sky Objects to See in a Small Telescope - and How to Find Them

History of Astronomy

Bang! The Complete History of the Universe

The Never-Ending Days of Being Dead

Patrick Moore on the Moon

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