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Through the Telescope: A Guide for the Amateur Astronomer, Revised Edition

By: Patricia Barnes-Svarney, Michael Porcellino.

In the ten years since this award-winning book was originally written by Michael Porcellino, the field of astronomy and its discoveries has grown by leaps and bounds. From the astounding images sent back by the Hubble Space Telescope, to the bright comet Hale-Bopp from the fleet of Martian probes, to the long-distance explorations of the Moon, Jupiter, Venus and Saturn--the universe has become more accessible than ever. And thanks to this revised and thoroughly updated new edition by astronomer and science writer, Patricia Barnes-Svarney, anyone with an interest can delve into its wonders. From the very close up to the far reaches of space, THROUGH THE TELESCOPE presents a uniquely "user-friendly" view of the universe, and offers both novice and advanced amateur astronomers some of the best tools available to watch the nighttime skies. You’ll learn all about: * Setting up a good, user-friendly telescope system * How to look at the universe in order to really see it * Upgrading your telescope for peak performance * How to spot a star cluster, a nebulaÖeven a supernova * Forming your own network of amateur astronomers. Complete with a web site appendix and fully updated charts on eclipses and planetary oppositions well into the year 2000, this edition of an acclaimed book will be an invaluable users guide for aspiring astronomers entering the new millennium.
Book Title: Through the Telescope: A Guide for the Amateur Astronomer, Revised Edition. Author: Patricia Barnes-Svarney, Michael Porcellino. Publisher: McGraw-Hill. Published: 1999-11-26. ASIN: 0071348042. ISBN: 0071348042. EAN: 9780071348041. Binding: Paperback. Price: $19.95
Astrophysics is Easy!: An Introduction for the Amateur Astronomer (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series)

By: Michael D. Inglis.

Astrophysics is often - with some justification - regarded as incomprehensible without at least degree-level mathematics. Consequently, many amateur astronomers skip the math, and miss out on the fascinating fundamentals of the subject. In Astrophysics Is Easy! Mike Inglis takes a quantitative approach to astrophysics that cuts through the incomprehensible mathematics, and explains the basics of astrophysics in accessible terms. The reader can view objects under discussion with commercial amateur equipment.
Book Title: Astrophysics is Easy!: An Introduction for the Amateur Astronomer (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series). Author: Michael D. Inglis. Publisher: Springer. Published: 2007-08-23. ASIN: 1852338903. ISBN: 1852338903. EAN: 9781852338909. Binding: Paperback. Price: $39.95
Amateur Astronomer's Handbook (Dover Books on Astronomy)

By: J. B. Sidgwick, Space.

Timeless, comprehensive coverage of telescopes, mirrors, lenses, mountings, telescope drives, micrometers, spectroscopes, more. ". . . highly recommended for very serious nonprofessional astronomers." — A Guide to the Literature of Astronomy. 189 illustrations. Reprint of 1971 edition.
Book Title: Amateur Astronomer's Handbook (Dover Books on Astronomy). Author: J. B. Sidgwick, Space. Publisher: Dover Publications. Published: 1981-01-01. ASIN: 0486240347. ISBN: 0486240347. EAN: 9780486240343. Binding: Paperback. Price: $19.95
The Amateur Astronomer

By: Patrick Moore.

This 2000 Edition of Sir Patrick Moore’s classic book has been completely revised in the light of changes in technology. Not only do these changes include commercially available astronomical telescopes and software, but also what we know and understand about the universe. There are many new photographs and illustrations. Packs a great deal of valuable information into appendices which make up almost half the book. These are hugely comprehensive and provide hints and tips, as well as data (year 2000 onwards) for pretty well every aspect of amateur astronomy. This is probably the only book in which all this information is collected in one place.
Book Title: The Amateur Astronomer. Author: Patrick Moore. Publisher: Springer. Published: 2010-11-05. ASIN: 1849969418. ISBN: 1849969418. EAN: 9781849969413. Binding: Paperback. Price: $69.95
The Amateur Astronomer's Introduction to the Celestial Sphere

By: William Millar.

This introduction to the night sky is for amateur astronomers who desire a deeper understanding of the principles and observations of naked-eye astronomy. It covers topics such as terrestrial and astronomical coordinate systems, stars and constellations, the relative motions of the sky, sun, moon and earth leading to an understanding of the seasons, phases of the moon, and eclipses. Topics are discussed and compared for observers located in both the northern and southern hemispheres. Written in a conversational style, only addition and subtraction are needed to understand the basic principles and a more advanced mathematical treatment is available in the appendices. Each chapter contains a set of review questions and simple exercises to reinforce the reader's understanding of the material. The last chapter is a set of self-contained observation projects to get readers started with making observations about the concepts they have learned. William Charles Millar, currently Professor of Astronomy at Grand Rapids Community College in Michigan, has been teaching the subject for almost twenty years and is very involved with local amateur astronomy groups. Millar also belongs to The Planetary Society and the Astronomical Society of the Pacific and has traveled to Europe and South America to observe solar eclipses. Millar holds a Masters degree in Physics from Western Michigan University.
Book Title: The Amateur Astronomer's Introduction to the Celestial Sphere. Author: William Millar. Publisher: Cambridge University Press. Published: 2006-07-03. ASIN: 052167123X. ISBN: 052167123X. EAN: 9780521671231. Binding: Paperback. Price: $55.00
Star Watch: The Amateur Astronomer's Guide to Finding, Observing, and Learning about Over 125 Celestial Objects

By: Philip S. Harrington.

Your Passport to the Universe

The night sky is alive with many wonders--distant planets, vast star clusters, glowing nebulae, and expansive galaxies, all waiting to be explored. Let respected astronomy writer Philip Harrington introduce you to the universe in Star Watch, a complete beginner's guide to locating, observing, and understanding these celestial objects. You'll start by identifying the surface features of the Moon, the banded cloud tops of Jupiter, the stunning rings of Saturn, and other members of our solar system. Then you'll venture out beyond our solar system, where you'll learn tips and tricks for finding outstanding deep-sky objects from stars to galaxies, including the entire Messier catalog--a primary goal of every serious beginner.

Star Watch features a detailed physical description of each target, including size, distance, and structure, as well as concise directions for locating the objects, handy finder charts, hints on the best times to view each object, and descriptions of what you'll really see through a small telescope or binoculars and with the naked eye.

Star Watch will transport you to the farthest depths of space--and return you as a well-traveled, experienced stargazer.
Book Title: Star Watch: The Amateur Astronomer's Guide to Finding, Observing, and Learning about Over 125 Celestial Objects. Author: Philip S. Harrington. Publisher: Wiley. Published: 2003-07-18. ASIN: 0471418048. ISBN: 0471418048. EAN: 9780471418047. Binding: Paperback. Price: $16.95
The New Amateur Astronomer (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series)

By: Martin Mobberley.

Amateur astronomy has changed beyond recognition in less than two decades. The reason is, of course, technology. Affordable high-quality telescopes, computer-controlled 'go to' mountings, autoguiders, CCD cameras, video, and (as always) computers and the Internet, are just a few of the advances that have revolutionized astronomy for the twenty-first century. Martin Mobberley first looks at the basics before going into an in-depth study of what’s available commercially. He then moves on to the revolutionary possibilities that are open to amateurs, from imaging, through spectroscopy and photometry, to patrolling for near-earth objects - the search for comets and asteroids that may come close to, or even hit, the earth. The New Amateur Astronomer is a road map of the new astronomy, equally suitable for newcomers who want an introduction, or old hands who need to keep abreast of innovations. From the reviews: "This is one of several dozen books in Patrick Moore's "Practical Astronomy" series. Amid this large family, Mobberley finds his niche: the beginning high-tech amateur. The book's first half discusses equipment: computer-driven telescopes, CCD cameras, imaging processing software, etc. This market is changing every bit as rapidly as the computer world, so these details will be current for only a year or two. The rest of the book offers an overview of scientific projects that serious amateurs are carrying out these days. Throughout, basic formulas and technical terms are provided as needed, without formal derivations. An appendix with useful references and Web sites is also included. Readers will need more than this book if they are considering a plunge into high-tech amateur astronomy, but it certainly will whet their appetites. Mobberley's most valuable advice will save the book's owner many times its cover price: buy a quality telescope from a reputable dealer and install it in a simple shelter so it can be used with as little set-up time as possible. A poor purchase choice and the hassle of setting up are why most fancy telescopes gather dust in their owners' dens. Summing Up: Highly recommended. General readers; lower- and upper-division undergraduates."( T. D. Oswalt, CHOICE, March 2005)
Book Title: The New Amateur Astronomer (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series). Author: Martin Mobberley. Publisher: Springer. Published: 2004-08-25. ASIN: 1852336633. ISBN: 1852336633. EAN: 9781852336639. Binding: Paperback. Price: $59.95
Star Ware: The Amateur Astronomer's Guide to Choosing, Buying, and Using Telescopes and Accessories

By: Philip S. Harrington.

Praise for Star Ware

"Star Ware is still a tour de force that any experienced amateur will find invaluable, and which hardware-minded beginners will thoroughly enjoy."

- Robert Burnham, Sky & Telescope magazine

"Star Ware condenses between two covers what would normally take a telescope buyer many months to accumulate."

- John Shibley, Astronomy magazine

Whether you're shopping for your first telescope or your fifth, don't be surprised if you feel overwhelmed by the dazzling array of product choices, bells and whistles, and the literature that describes them all. That's why you need Star Ware.

In this revised and updated Fourth Edition of the essential guide to comparing and selecting sky-watching equipment, award-winning astronomy writer Philip Harrington takes you telescope shopping the easy way. He analyzes and explains today's astronomy market and compares brands and models point by point. Star Ware gives you the confidence you need to buy the telescope and accessories that are right for you and the knowledge to get the most out of your new purchase, with:
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Extensive, expanded reviews of leading models and accessories-including dozens of new products
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A clear, step-by-step guide to every aspect of selecting telescopes, binoculars, filters, mounts, lenses, cameras, film, star charts, guides and references, and much more
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Ten new do-it-yourself projects for building your own astronomical equipment
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Easy tips on setting up, using, and caring for telescopes and other astronomical equipment
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Lists of where to find everything astronomical, including Web sites and resources; distributors, dealers, and conventions; and corporate listings for products and services
Book Title: Star Ware: The Amateur Astronomer's Guide to Choosing, Buying, and Using Telescopes and Accessories. Author: Philip S. Harrington. Publisher: Wiley. Published: 2007-04-20. ASIN: 0471750638. ISBN: 0471750638. EAN: 9780471750635. Binding: Paperback. Price: $21.95
Observing the Constellations: An A-Z Guide for the Amateur Astronomer

By: John Sanford.

Book Title: Observing the Constellations: An A-Z Guide for the Amateur Astronomer. Author: John Sanford. Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books. Published: 1990-02. ASIN: 0671689274. ISBN: 0671689274. EAN: 9780671689278. Binding: Hardcover
The Backyard Astronomer's Guide

By: Terence Dickinson, Alan Dyer.

The modern classic, completely updated.

The newest edition of The Backyard Astronomer's Guide includes the latest data and answers the questions most often asked by home astronomers, from beginners to experienced stargazers. Terence Dickinson and Alan Dyer provide expert guidance on the right types of telescopes and other equipment; photographing the stars through a telescope; and star charts, software and other references. They cover daytime and twilight observing, planetary and deep-sky observing, and much more.

With over 500 color photographs and illustrations, The Backyard Astronomer's Guide is one of the most valuable, beautiful and user-friendly astronomy books ever produced.

New and updated for this edition:

  • A 20-page full-color Atlas of the Milky Way provides location and context for hundreds of celestial objects mentioned throughout the book.
  • A chapter on Astrophotography with Digital Cameras specifies what equipment works best and how to use it to collect a color gallery of celestial portraits.
  • Telescopes for Recreational Astronomy features assessments of a wide range of new telescopes, from models for beginners to those for veteran astronomy enthusiasts, with special emphasis on computerized telescopes and how they work.
  • Accessory Catalog spotlights the best of the accessories and flags the frivolous and irrelevant.
  • Three practical appendices: Polar Aligning Your Telescope; Optics Cleaning and Collimation; Testing Your Telescope Optics.

Any serious home astronomer must have this superb guide as an ongoing reference.

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Book Title: The Backyard Astronomer's Guide. Author: Terence Dickinson, Alan Dyer. Publisher: Firefly Books. Published: 2008-09-12. ASIN: 1554073448. ISBN: 1554073448. EAN: 9781554073443. Binding: Hardcover. Price: $49.95

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NASA SDO - Amateur Astronomers; Thank You!
Every day and every night thousands of Amateur Astronomers are pointing their telescopes into the skies, surveying the stars, planets and our Sun. The term "Amateur" does not do justice to the great work these women and men are doing. Not only do they help with education and inspiration, but they also find comets. Yesterday, Amateur Astronomer David Dickinson pointed his solar telescope at the Sun and recorded a beautiful solar prominence. I decided it would be fun to compare it with what NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory sees. This is not to show much more better one is over the other, but rather that by working together, we can accomplish more, reach more people and perhaps inspire a few new astronomers. So thank you to all of you who are looking upwards, who are helping newbies with their equipment, who are going into schools, parks and public places to let others look through your telescopes. Thank you for all the findings and for the good times at night and during the day. Credit: David Dickinson and NASA SDO
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Seeing Stars: Amateur Astronomers Aim Thousands of Eyes at the Universe
Astronomer Gus Johnson likes the quiet and the dark. But weather conditions are working against him this night near his home in Maryland. GUS JOHNSON: "Well, Jupiter went behind a cloud so we have the moon ... " Johnson has been watching stars for 50 years. He remembers hundreds of star positions and he loves to share what he knows. GUS JOHNSON: "That planet has a diameter 11 times that of the Earth." In 1979, Johnson discovered a supernova, or exploding star. Scientists now believe his supernova is the newest and nearest black hole. GUS JOHNSON: "That's the supernova right there. When I came to M100 [galaxy], there was this other little star that for some reason caught my attention. I don't know why. And later on, I checked the photograph, and it wasn't on the photograph. And that proved to be the Supernova SN 1979c." Was he happy with the discovery? GUS JOHNSON: "Yes, I was. And I am, and thankful too because so few people actually get to discover things." Scientists believe that black holes are often created. But to see it happen is extremely rare. Kim Weaver is an astrophysicist. Last year, she and other scientists announced that Johnson's supernova was probably the birth of a black hole. KIM WEAVER: "We want to watch how this system evolves and changes in its youthful stages from when it's first born to when it grows into a child and a teenager." Some astronomers dismiss the work of what they call citizen scientists. But Weaver says these amateur astronomers do put ...
Amateur Astronomer Francis Walsh Intro #1
My name is Francis Walsh. Together with my father-in-law and best friend Bob, we built the newest permanent dome observatory in Texas. Cosmic Obsession is going to bring the public access to the inner working of amateur astronomers who are using the tools available to them to get the answers they are after about questions arising in space. 2011 was an active year for astronomical events. The passage of multiple comets and asteroids has increased fear about the possibility of a catastrophic event from space affecting us here on Earth. I have taken it upon myself to take action against these events. I decided to do my own research on the subject and it has brought us to this point in our progress. We will be introducing more people to the universe through the eyepiece of our telescopes. Once the permanent dome observatory is complete and filled with our tools, we will begin a regular routine of reporting and imaging the questionable objects in space. You can access more information on the observatory and our daily update blog on the observatory website. www.cosmicobsession.com You can find out more about Francis Walsh by connecting with him on Facebook http You can hear the radio programs on Revolution Radio and American Freedom Radio Collision Course www.freedomslips.com Stranger Advice with John Zaskoda Mon-Wed-Fri at 2PM in New York on www.americanfreedomradio.com Francis Walsh is on Stranger Advice every Wednesday starting at 2PM in New York City. Cosmic Obsession ...
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Amateur Astronomy
Anyone can be an amateur astronomer - you don't even need a telescope! Just clear skies, and a good guide book or program such as Stellarium (free from www.stellarium.org). Everything in this video was captured with just my JVC digital camcorder, and the help of a tripod in some instances, and mostly from my room in the city centre with lots of light pollution. Almost nothing is more fascinating and awe-inspiring than gazing into the sky and discovering the cosmos. Music: Pinklogik - Dreams of Summer Eaters - Lunette
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new planet...discovered by an amateur astronomer with rare talent
Visit signifies.net for fascinating blogs on astronomy contributed by authors with rare talent. There are billions of planets in our galaxy, and a hot, Neptune-sized planet orbiting an ordinary star called SPH10066540 might not seem unusual, but there's a catch. It was discovered by an amateur*, with only "a passing interest in where things are in the sky." *Chris Holmes, from Peterborough, England who does not have even a telescope. He has real talent! Holmes found the planet while looking through data on Planet Hunters, a popular citizen science project that lets ordinary people help scientists navigate through readings from NASA's Kepler telescope.
Amateur Astronomy Pictures of Elenin - August 19, 2011 (100000 + miles \
I almost included another portion to the video about Comet NEAT - but scrapped it at the last minute. Anybody know about the Comet Neat STEREO/SOHO conspiracy, circa 2003? www.exopolitics.org cometography.com ------------------------- "My estimate the size of the comet Elenin coma was confirmed by visual observations of an experienced Australian amateur astronomer Michael Mattiazzo. August 19, he estimated the angular size of the coma as 4 arc minutes, which equal to 213500 km in the linear size. The image of the comet, taken by Michael, on August 19 as you can see on the left and on own author's site. I remind, that in the next few days, we have chances to see the comet C/2010 X1 (Elenin) in the coronagraph COR2 field of view, which mounted on the STEREO spacecrafts." spaceobs.org Michael Mattiazzo's Astronomy Website (pics of Elenin): members.westnet.com.au The site I was on in the opening scene is "Weekly Information about Bright Comets": www.aerith.net NASA STEREO's Elenin image updates. etc (but they are slow about it - last update was the 6th - 12th of Aug. meow): stereo.gsfc.nasa.gov ------------ If you can make it to my radio interview on Thursday (10 pm est) would be great ^0^ i'll prolly be a nervous kee so meowww www.freedomslips.com
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SIGNS FROM THE HEAVENS: 3D Lyrid Meteor Shower - A Wonderful Night in April!
This weekend, NASA scientists, amateur astronomers, and an astronaut on board the International Space Station will attempt the first-ever 3D photography of meteors from Earth and space. "The annual Lyrid meteor shower peaks on April 21-22," says Bill Cooke, the head of NASA's Meteoroid Environment Office. "We're going to try to photograph some of these 'shooting stars' simultaneously from ground stations, from a research balloon in the stratosphere, and from the space station." Lyrid meteors come from Comet Thatcher. Every year in late April Earth passes through a stream of debris from the old comet, which has been bringing Lyrid meteors to our planet for at least 2600 years. Specks of Thatcher's dust hit the top of atmosphere at 110000 mph and disintegrate in a flurry of meteors. Most years, the shower produces about 15 to 20 Lyrids per hour. This is a good year to look for Lyrids because the Moon will be new when the shower peaks. Dark skies favor sightings both from Earth and from Earth orbit. "Even though the Lyrids are not noted for spectacular rates, the combination of a New Moon and a very favorable viewing geometry from the International Space Station (ISS) presents a unique opportunity to simultaneously image shower meteors from above and below," says Cooke. ISS Flight Engineer Don Pettit will be operating the camera on the space station. "Even though his equipment was designed for tasks other than meteor observing, Don is a skilled astrophotographer, and we have ...
New hobby: amateur astronomy.
Sleep-deprived amateur astronomer explains his new hobby to a co-worker.
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Amateur Astronomy for Beginners: START HERE!!
Planispheres & Binoculars This videos topic: Some advice for beginning your hobby in amateur astronomy and how to use a planisphere. Always remember that the most important tools are your eyes. Go out under the stars and look up!
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