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Cambridge Star Atlas 2000 2nd Edn, Tirion. This atlas has been produced for the beginner. Colour coding is used to assist the user and tables of interesting objects are attached to each map. 82 pp. Hardcover
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Cambridge Guide to the Constellations, Bakich. This book is the most comprehensive single reference on the 88 constellations and is profusely illustrated with star charts, both ancient and modern. It has a series of tables which provide a wealth of useful information.  334pp  sc


 

Cambridge Guide to Stargazing with your Telescope, Scagell. This practical, pocket-size guide is ideal for newcomers to astronomy. It reveals how telescopes work, what to expect from different types, and how to choose the one that's just right for you. From techniques for testing binoculars and telescopes, to hints for choosing accessories, to lists of objects to look at with different instruments, this book contains a wealth of useful advice for the novice.
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Celestial Objects for Modern Telescope  Michael A. Covington . Based on field notes made by the author during his own career as an amateur astronomer, this unique guide covers both the traditional and novel approaches to studying the night sky. In addition to the more standard techniques, it discusses the latest modern resources available to today’s astronomer, such as personal computers, the Internet, and computerized telescopes. It includes practical advice on aspects such as site selection and weather; provides the reader with detailed instructions for observing the Sun, Moon, planets, and all types of deep-sky objects; and it introduces newer specialities such as satellite observing and the use of astronomical databases. The book concludes with detailed information about 200 stars, clusters, nebulae, and galaxies, suitable for viewing with modest-sized telescopes under suburban conditions. Written to complement How to Use a Computerized Telescope, this book will also appeal to astronomers with more traditional equipment
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