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A Buyer’s and User’s Guide to Astronomical Telescopes & Binoculars
Title:
A Buyer’s and User’s Guide to Astronomical Telescopes & Binoculars
Author:
Mullaney, James. author.
ISBN:
9781846287077
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Physical Description:
XIV, 204 p. 78 illus., 63 illus. in color. online resource.
Series:
Patrick Moore’s Practical Astronomy Series,
Contents:
Buying Astronomical Telescopes and Binoculars -- Binoculars -- Telescope Basics -- Refracting Telescopes -- Reflecting Telescopes -- Catadioptric Telescopes -- Accessories -- Binocular Sources -- Telescope Sources -- Using Astronomical Telescopes and Binoculars -- Observing Techniques -- Solar System Observing -- Stellar System Observing -- Deep-Sky Observing -- Conclusion.
Abstract:
This new guide provides an extensive overview of astronomical binoculars and telescopes. It includes detailed up-to-date information on sources, selection and use of virtually every major type, brand, and model of such instruments on today’s market. A Buyer’s & User’s Guide to Astronomical Telescopes and Binoculars is written for amateur astronomers and would-be amateur astronomers. Anyone planning to purchase binoculars or telescopes for astronomy – whether as a first instrument or as an upgrade to the next level – will find this book a treasure-trove of information and advice. But that is just the first part of the book. The second part is crammed with hints and tips on using astronomical telescopes or binoculars – in effect, how to get the best possible results from your purchase.
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