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1	Stars & Planets more books like this by David H. Levy (Editor) add to wishlist A title from the DISCOVERIES series which discusses the stars and planets in the solar system. Suitable for National Curriculum Key Stages 2-3. Illustrated in full colour throughout. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.99! \| SVS
2	Skywatching more books like this by David H. Levy add to wishlist This is an introduction to the skies, covering our immediate Solar System - the sun, the moon and the planets - and beyond into deep space, the stars, galaxies and nebulae. Both historical and scientific aspects of astronomy are included, as well as a resources directory. From huge optical telescopes used by professional astronomers to the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
3	Deep-Sky Companions: The Messier Objects more books like this by Stephen James O'Meara, David H Levy (Foreword by) add to wishlist The 110 galaxies, star clusters and nebulae catalogued by the comet hunter Charles Messier in the late 1700s are still the most widely observed celestial wonders in the heavens. They are the favourite targets of amateur astronomers, with such rich variety and detail that they never cease to fascinate. This book provides new and experienced ... see all copies from $23.85! new only from $42.63! \| first editions
4	David Levy's Guide to the Night Sky more books like this by David H Levy add to wishlist The perfect introduction for the novice astronomer, this book stirs the imagination and puts observation in a framework of social activity and personal adventure. Written by an award-winning astronomer, it is a technical guide to the sky, full of helpful practical hints. The author's lively style engages, entertains, and informs. Newcomers will ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $13.30! \| SVS
5	Occupational and Environmental Health: Recognizing and Preventing Disease and Injury more books like this by Barry S Levy, David H Wegman, MD, MS, Sherry L Baron add to wishlist This thoroughly updated Fifth Edition is a comprehensive, practical guide to recognizing, preventing, and treating work-related and environmentally-induced injuries and diseases. Chapters by experts in medicine, industry, labor, government, safety, ergonomics, environmental health, and psychology address the full range of clinical and public ... see all copies from $44.03! new only from $79.07! \| SVS
6	Shoemaker by Levy: The Man Who Made an Impact more books like this by David H Levy add to wishlist It was a lucky twist of fate when in the early 1980's David Levy, a writer and amateur astronomer, joined up with the famous scientist Eugene Shoemaker and his wife, Carolyn, to search for comets from an observation post on Palomar Mountain in Southern California. Their collaboration would lead to the 1993 discovery of the most remarkable comet ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.50! \| first editions
7	Starlight Nights: The Adventures of a Star-Gazer more books like this by Leslie C Peltier, David Levy (Foreword by) add to wishlist This classic autobiography of one of the 20th century's foremost amateur astronomers was originally published by Harper & Row in 1965. In his new foreword, Sky & Telescope contributing editor David H. Levy points out that although many books describe how to watch the sky, "Starlight Nights tells us why". The book is illustrated with Peltier family ... see all copies from $9.90! new only from $10.75! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Principles of Business Economics more books like this by J G Nellis add to wishlist MBA students value practical application and the applications in the book are interesting and well chosen...The authors have worked hard to make a difficult subject accessible. David Leece, Professor and Head of the Department of Business and Management Studies, Manchester Metropolitan University, MMU Cheshire, UK. I find that this book is at ... see all copies from $9.18! new only from $71.42!
9	Eclipse: A Journey to Darkness and Light more books like this by David H Levy add to wishlist A fascinating look at one of the most riveting tales in astronomy, a total eclipse, from the award-winning author of IMPACT JUPITER and co-discoverer of the comet Shoemaker-Levy. According to the world famous astronomer David Levy, an eclipse of the Sun "is a natural event with unnatural consequences. In fact a total eclipse of the Sun has the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.50! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
10	David Levy's Guide to Variable Stars more books like this by David H Levy add to wishlist Variable stars are fascinating objects to observe; found all over the sky, they change in brightness over time and can be seen with even the most basic of equipment. Variable star astronomy is one field in which amateur astronomers can still make significant contributions to science and in this highly accessible book David Levy teaches the reader ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	David Levy's Guide to Observing and Discovering Comets more books like this by David H Levy add to wishlist David Levy has held a lifelong passion for comets, and is one of the most successful comet discoverers in history. In this book he describes the observing techniques that have been developed over the years - from visual observations and searching, to photography, through to electronic charge-coupled devices (CCDs). He combines the history of comet ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Man Who Sold the Milky Way: A Biography of Bart BOK more books like this by David Levy add to wishlist Distinguished researcher, teacher, and lecturer, Bok began his professional career at the University of Leiden. In 1929 he became Wilson Fellow in astronomy at Harvard University and by 1946 was associate director of the Harvard Observatory. He moved on to the Australian National University in 1957, and in 1966 became Head of the Department of ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.80! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	Observing Variable Stars: A Guide for the Beginner more books like this by David Levy add to wishlist Variable star astronomy is one field that still allows amateur astronomers to make significant contributions to the advancement of science. Everyone can play a part in variable star observations, using a small telescope, binoculars, or even the naked eye. Written by an award-winning astronomer, Observing Variable Stars provides a comprehensive ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $25.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	Star Trails: 50 Favorite Columns from Sky & Telescope more books like this by David H Levy add to wishlist Levys Star Trails column has appeared monthly in "Sky & Telescope" since 1988. This collection of his 50 favorite essays focuses on the minds and hearts of the people who have made a difference in the study of astronomy. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
15	David H. Levy Guide to the Stars by David H. Levy Ken Graun add to wishlist see all copies from $43.52! new only from $49.40!
16 view cover	Clyde Tombaugh: Discoverer of Planet Pluto more books like this by David Levy add to wishlist In 1930 astronomer Clyde Tombaugh made the discovery of a lifetime: the planet Pluto. His work remains relevant today as astronomers continue their search for planets in the outskirts of our solar system. This fascinating biography chronicles the life of one of the giants of 20th century astronomy. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	David Levy's Guide to Observing Meteor Showers more books like this by David H Levy add to wishlist Meteors occur when a meteoroid, a speck of dust in space, enters the Earth's atmosphere. The heat generated when this happens causes the surrounding air to glow, resulting in 'shooting stars'. During the most spectacular meteor storms larger particles give rise to fireballs and firework-like displays! Meteors are a delightful observing field - ... see all copies from $4.20! new only from $4.45! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Occupational Health: Recognizing and Preventing Work-Related Disease and Injury more books like this by Barry S Levy (Editor), David H Wegman, MD, MS (Editor) add to wishlist Now in its totally updated Fourth Edition , Occupational Health is a comprehensive, practical guide to recognising, preventing, and treating work related diseases and injuries. The book brings together experts in medicine, industry, labour, government, safety, ergonomics, environmental health, and psychology to address the complex issues that ... see all copies from $2.62!
19 view cover	The Quest for Comets: An Explosive Trail of Beauty and Danger more books like this by David H Levy add to wishlist This illustrated account of comets has been written by the co-discoverer of Shoemaker-Levy 9, the comet that collided with Jupiter in July 1994. Levy argues that comet impacts on the Earth not only caused the extinction of dinosaurs, but also brought about new forms of life. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $28.37! \| signed copies \| first editions
20	David H. Levy's Guide to the Stars by David H. Levy add to wishlist see all copies from $42.61! new only from $48.49!
21 view cover	Cosmic Discoveries: The Wonders of Astronomy more books like this by David H Levy, Wendee Wallach-Levy add to wishlist A collection of portraits of the men and women who made pioneering discoveries in the field of astronomy written for the amateur star gazer. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $14.26! \| signed copies \| first editions
22 view cover	Observing Comets, Asteroids, Meteor more books like this by Stephen J Edberg, David H Levy add to wishlist When can you see fireballs and who should you contact if you spot one? When is it best to hunt for comets and meteors and whereabouts? How do you gauge the size of the coma in the head of a comet and estimate its degree of condensation? Clear and easy to use, this guide shows you how to make successful and valuable observations and records of ... see all copies from $3.56! new only from $41.25! \| first editions
23	A Guide to Skywatching by David H Levy add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.98! \| first editions
24 view cover	Starry Night: Astronomers and Poets Read the Sky more books like this by David Levy add to wishlist Using the work of Keats, Hopkins, and others, Levy studies how scientific knowledge about the night sky has influenced poetry through the ages. His observations of work by Milton, Tennyson, and other poets are supplemented by astronomical photographs. Levy is an astronomer who co-discovered the comet which now bears his name: Shoemaker-Levy 9. see all copies from $2.49! new only from $4.47! \| SVS
25 view cover	Scientific American's the Big Idea more books like this by Scientific American, American Scientific, David H Levy (Editor) add to wishlist A presentation of the sometimes hilarious human aspect of science as well as a serious timetable of scientific discovery. This book goes beyond the headlines to present the passion, prejudice and outrage that, from 1845 on, formed the ideas of modern science, from the sublime to the ridiculous. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions

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