About this title: America's finest science writer describes a major revolution sweeping astronomy, as amateur astronomers, in global networks linked by the Internet, make discoveries that are changing knowledge of the universe. The appendix includes star charts, observing lists, and a guide on how to get involved with the stars.
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Date Published: 2003
ISBN-13:9780684865805ISBN:0684865807
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Edition: Illustrated.
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Date Published: 2002
ISBN-13:9780684865799ISBN:0684865793
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Simon & Schuster, New York
Date Published: 2003
ISBN-13:9780684865805ISBN:0684865807
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Date Published: 2003-07-08
ISBN-13:9780684865805ISBN:0684865807
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Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Date Published: 2002-09-05
ISBN-13:9780684865799ISBN:0684865793
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Date Published: 2003-07-08
ISBN-13:9780684865805ISBN:0684865807
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Date Published: 7/8/2003
ISBN-13:9780684865805ISBN:0684865807
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Edition: First Paperback Edition, First Printing
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Date Published: 2003
ISBN-13:9780684865805ISBN:0684865807
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"Very interesting information on many of the well known amateurs of astronomy. As well is star gazing, the cosmos how the universe works. With history mixed in a well planned and very enjoyable read."
"Tim Ferris has a great way of helping us understand the night sky. I got to meet him and see out of his telescope in the barn with the fancy moving roof. It was an amazing experience!"
"A readable book about astronomy, highlighting the contribution of amateur astronomers. Ferris alternates longer chapters on a wide range of astronomy topics with shorter first-hand experiences and interviews.
I started this about two years ago and still read a chapter now and then, so I would have to say it's not the most enthralling book on the subject. Still, I expect to finish it. . . someday."
"This is the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Reads book choice for the year. I tried really hard, but just couldn't get into it. The chapters where he describes the lives various amateur astronomers tended to be more engaging. I finally gave up and just read those chapters."
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