Deep Sky Observer's Guide

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Deep Sky Observer's Guide

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Book Description
'Deep Sky' refers to the universe beyond our own solar system. Using binoculars or telescopes, any sky-gazer can become a deep sky observer. Deep Sky Observer's Guide looks beyond individual stars to target: - Star clusters - Double Stars - Nebulae - Galaxies.

The Deep Sky Observer's Guide introduces the basics of observing and explains what equipment is required. A chapter is devoted to each type of deep sky target. There are more than 200 such objects featured, with 126 color illustrations and star-finder charts.

The Deep Sky Observer Guide is also available in a convenient pack (ISBN: 1-55407-025-2) that comes with deep sky charts and an observing calendar.

About the Author
Neil Bone is a frequent lecturer for astronomical societies.

Wil Tirion is the world's foremost celestial cartographer.

Deep Sky Observer's Guide,Neil Bone,Firefly Books Ltd,1554070244,Astronomy - General,Astronomy - Star Guides,Science,Science/Mathematics,Star Observation

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