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1	Nightwatch: A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe more books like this by Terence Dickinson add to wishlist Often cited as the best introduction to stargazing the 4th edition of NightWatch is revised throughout and includes star charts, equipment suggestions, astrophotography, tables and references good until 2018, and is a friendly and knowledgeable guide. see all copies from $4.31! new only from $19.94! \| first editions \| SVS
2	Burnham's Celestial Handbook: An Observer's Guide to the Universe Beyond the Solar System more books like this by Robert Burnham add to wishlist This is a thorough and exhaustive treatment to the stars beyond our solar system. The collection is broken into three volumes and are arranged alphabetically by constellation. Volume one contains Andromeda to Cetus, volume two contains Chamaeleon to Orion, and volume three contains Pavo to Vulpecula. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.98! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
3	National Audubon Society Field Guide to the Night Sky more books like this by Mark R Chartrand, Ph.D. add to wishlist A handbook for skygazers that combines the best in astrophotography with a unique system of beautiful and easy-to-read star charts. Designed to make it simple for the reader to find and identify every major natural celestial object visible throughout the year with up-to-the-minute research and clear, accessible text, charts, and cross-references. ... see all copies from $3.98! new only from $7.99! \| first editions \| SVS
4	National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Weather more books like this by David Ludlum add to wishlist Interest in our nations weather patterns is rising -- as witnessed in the popularity of the Weather Channel -- and this guide is the most popular reference to every type of weather system, cloud formation, and atmospheric phenomenon common to North America. The 378 dramatic photographs capture cloud types, precipitation, storms, twisters, and ... see all copies from $3.09! new only from $7.27! \| first editions \| SVS
5	Stars: A New Way to See Them more books like this by H A Rey add to wishlist The creator of the beloved Curious George had a passion for astronomy, which is evident on every page of this classic book. Now thoroughly updated, it contains a clear, vivid text with charts and maps showing the positions of such recognizable stars as the North Star and Betelgeuse. Full color. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.03! \| first editions \| SVS
6	365 Starry Nights: An Introduction to Astronomy for Every Night of the Year more books like this by Chet Raymo add to wishlist THE AMATEUR STARGAZER'S ULTIMATE HOME COMPANION "365 Starry Nights" is a unique and fascinating introduction to astronomy designed to give you a complete, clear picture of the sky every night of the year. Divided into 365 concise, illustrated essays, it focuses on the aesthetic as well as the scientific aspects of stargazing. It offers the most up ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.98! \| SVS
7	Stargazers more books like this by Gail Gibbons (Illustrator) add to wishlist There are billions and billions of stars. Some are brighter than others; some twinkle; some are different colors; and some are in groups called constellations. The information here provides answers to basic questions about stars and explains how telescopes work. Some important dates in the history of stargazing are also included. Full-color ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Exploring the Sky: 100 Projects for Beginning Astronomers more books like this by Richard Moeschl add to wishlist Presents 100 astronomy projects, with information on related mythology and pertinent history, cultures, and people. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $99.38!
9	A Field Guide to Stars and Planets more books like this by Jay M Pasachoff add to wishlist The new edition of this bestselling guide has been completely revised and updated to include the latest information from leading astronomical sources. Color photos throughout. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.28! \| SVS
10	Stars and planets more books like this by Ian Ridpath add to wishlist In this new edition of their classic guide, Ian Ridpath and Wil Tirion bring the night sky down to earth with brand new sky charts, diagrams, and photos that enrich the clear, engaging text. "Stars and Planets" will delight both latent astronomers who have yet to touch a telescope and the more star-savvy who have spent many a night outside craning ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.99! \| first editions \| SVS
11	The Star Guide: Learn How to Read the Night Sky Star by Star more books like this by Robin Kerrod add to wishlist More than 150 full-color photographs and illustrations capture the spectacular wonder and drama of space More than 60 easy-to-read color star charts guide you star by star and month by month through the winter, spring, summer, and fall skies Reference pages and feature boxes provide further background information A practical, high-quality ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.68! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Discover the Stars more books like this by Richard Berry add to wishlist Editor of Astronomy magazine. 35 sky maps lead beginning stargazers on a tour of the heavens. The ideal introduction to constellations, stars, and celestial objects. 35 two-color sky maps and 20 black-and-white line drawings. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.92! \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	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
14 view cover	A Walk Through the Heavens: A Guide to Stars and Constellations and Their Legends more books like this by Wil Tirion, Milton D Heifetz add to wishlist This is a beginner's guide to the pathways of the sky that contains simplified maps of the constellations. Without a telescope or other astronomical equipment, but using the book's instructions on how to measure the sizes and separations between constellations, the reader can find the constellations easily and take a mind's-eye journey from one ... see all copies from $4.45! new only from $4.99! \| SVS
15 view cover	The Glow-In-The-Dark Night Sky Book more books like this by Clint Hatchett, Stephen Marchesi (Illustrator) add to wishlist Children can turn off the lights and watch more than 30 constellations glow in the dark with this unique, convenient guide to the night sky. Full color. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $172.52! \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Touring the Universe Through Binoculars: A Complete Astronomer's Guidebook more books like this by Phillip S Harrington, Philip S Harrington add to wishlist Astronomy enthusiasts are waking up to the enjoyment of touring the heavens through binoculars. Powers of resolution - especially of faint objects - are as much as 40 per cent better using binocular vision, and colour perception is also enhanced considerably. Add to this the affordability, ease of operation and portability of binoculars, and you ... see all copies from $2.95! new only from $21.28! \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	The Monthly Sky Guide more books like this by Ian Ridpath, Wil Tirion add to wishlist This month-by-month handbook offers a clear and simple introduction to the skies of the Northern hemisphere for beginners of all ages. It lists the positions of the planets to the end of the year 2000 and all solar and lunar eclipses in this period. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Star-Hopping: Your Visa to Viewing the Universe more books like this by Robert Garfinkle add to wishlist This book will show you the technique of star-hopping, or using the brighter stars and asterisms as guideposts on celestial paths to fainter stars or celestial objects. Twelve monthly star-hops form the heart of the book. Two or more tours are given for each month of the year. Each main hop is a step-by-step trip for you to follow. Taking these ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $13.50! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	The Amateur Astronomer's Introduction to the Celestial Sphere more books like this by William Millar add to wishlist This introduction to the night sky is for amateur astronomers who desire a deeper understanding of the principles and observations of naked-eye astronomy. It covers topics such as terrestrial and astronomical coordinate systems, stars and constellations, the relative motions of the sky, Sun, Moon and Earth leading to an understanding of the ... see all copies from $7.95! new only from $27.32! \| SVS
20 view cover	The Cambridge Guide to the Constellations more books like this by Michael E Bakich add to wishlist This highly illustrated volume provides a complete reference covering all aspects of the constellations including the size, visibility, relative brightness, former locations, and the number of visible stars in each. Using tables, the information is presented so that the constellations can be readily compared and a general view of them developed, ... see all copies from $3.03! new only from $19.99! \| SVS
21 view cover	Stars : a guide to the constellations, sun, moon, planets and other features of the heavens more books like this by Herbert Spencer Zim, Robert Horace Baker add to wishlist Provides charts, tables, and instructions for the amateur astronomer on how, where, and when to observe stars, constellations, and planets. Also discusses meteors, comets, eclipses, and other celestial objects. see all copies from $1.99! SVS
22 view cover	Observing Handbook and Catalogue of Deep-Sky Objects more books like this by Luginbuhl, Skiff add to wishlist * A detailed and comprehensive guide to observing the deep sky * All descriptions meticulously researched and checked for this book * Information and descriptions for more than 2000 galaxies, nebulae and star clusters * Suitable for use with small telescopes * Helpful charts and advice on how to observe * Comprehensive catalogue included * ... see all copies from $11.22! new only from $60.02! \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	Janice VanCleave's Constellations for Every Kid: Easy Activities That Make Learn more books like this by Janice Pratt VanCleave add to wishlist Here's a great way for children to learn about the night sky. They'll find out how to locate the most prominent constellations, including the Big Dipper, Orion, Leo, Cassiopeia, and many more. And they'll have fun exploring stars, galaxies, and other celestial objects by doing activities such as creating a galaxy with a tea bag and a bowl of water ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.34! \| SVS
24 view cover	Secrets of the Night Sky: The Most Amazing Things in the Universe You Can See with the Naked Eye more books like this by Bob Berman add to wishlist Bob Berman, Discover magazine's popular "Night Watchman" columnist, offers fascinating facts and incredibly accessible descriptions of the most astounding heavenly phenomena. The book is illustrated with more than 150 original, cosmic drawings. Eight pages of color photos capture breathtaking astral occurrences. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $25.00! \| signed copies \| first editions
25 view cover	Celestial objects for common telescopes more books like this by Thomas William Webb add to wishlist Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $22.04! \| first editions \| SVS

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