The backyard astronomer's guide
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Willowdale, Ont. : Firefly Books, [2002].
Edition
Revised edition.
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336 pages : illustrations (some color), color portraits) ; 29 cm
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Published
Willowdale, Ont. : Firefly Books, [2002].
Format
Book
Edition
Revised edition.
Language
English
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 330-332) and index.
Description
What type of telescope is best for beginners? Can I use my camera to take photographs through a telescope? How good are the new computerized telescope mounts? What charts, books, software and other references do I need? These questions are asked time and again by enthusiastic new amateurs as they take up recreational astronomy. But accurate, objective and up-to-date information can be hard to find. Here, authors Dickinson and Dyer have produced an expanded and updated edition of their guide to one of the world's most popular hobbies. Both full-time astronomy writers, they bring decades of experience to their task. They explain why telescopes often perform much differently from what the novice expects. They recommend the accessories that will enhance the observing experience and advise what not to buy until you become more familiar with your equipment. They name brands and sources and compare value so that you can be armed with the latest practical information when deciding on your next purchase. Sections on astrophotography, daytime and twilight observing, binocular observing and planetary and deep-sky observing round out this comprehensive guide to personal exploration of the universe. With more than 500 color photographs and illustrations.--From publisher description.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Dickinson, T., & Dyer, A. (2002). The backyard astronomer's guide (Revised edition.). Firefly Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Dickinson, Terence and Alan Dyer. 2002. The Backyard Astronomer's Guide. Firefly Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Dickinson, Terence and Alan Dyer. The Backyard Astronomer's Guide Firefly Books, 2002.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Dickinson, Terence., and Alan Dyer. The Backyard Astronomer's Guide Revised edition., Firefly Books, 2002.
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