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Stargazing with Binoculars

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Reviews for the previous editions: Among the many good books on binocular astronomy, Stargazing with Binoculars stands out as one of the best. [Scagell and Frydman] pack an amazing amount of information into a volume that's clearly written, entertaining, attractive, and portable. --Sky and Telescope A serious contender for the title of best all-around introduction to binocular astronomy. --Sky and Telescope Stargazing with Binoculars is the ideal guide for newcomers to astronomy. The authors review the range of the latest binoculars on the market and provide advice on features to consider before making a purchase. Then they lead the beginner through the first steps of using binoculars to observe the night sky, describing what will be visible and how to find specific objects. This edition has been thoroughly updated to incorporate the latest binocular technology. Illustrated throughout and packed with handy tips and tricks, the book includes: How binoculars work and what to expect Buying for the first time and upgrading The wide range of binoculars available internationally Using different sizes of binoculars The effects of light pollution Observing the Sun, Moon, planets, comets, asteroids, stars, clusters, variable stars, double stars, novae, nebulae and galaxies Guidance for observing in the city and in the country Glossary of terms. Binoculars are portable and financially accessible, whereas a telescope can be costly and unwieldy. Even binoculars without bells and whistles will give the viewer an exciting look into the night sky. This introduction is the ideal guide in that pursuit.

Author Biography

Robin Scagell is an author, consultant, broadcaster and operator of the Galaxy Picture Library. He is founder of the West of London Astronomical Society and vice president of the Society for Popular Astronomy. In 2007 he was awarded the Sir Arthur Clarke Award for Space Reporting and in 2001 Asteroid Scagell was named after him. Unfortunately it cannot be seen using binoculars. David Frydman is a lifelong amateur astronomer who observes the night sky mainly with binoculars.
Release date Australia
January 23rd, 2014
Audience
  • General (US: Trade)
Edition
4th ed.
Illustrations
Illustrations, color
Imprint
Firefly Books
Pages
208
Publisher
Firefly Books
Dimensions
129x193x14
ISBN-13
9781770853287
Product ID
21763032

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