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| backyard astronomer's guide: The Backyard Astronomer's Guide Terence Dickinson, Alan Dyer, 2021-09-15 The touchstone for contemporary stargazers. This classic, groundbreaking guide has been the go-to field guide for both beginning and experienced amateur astronomers for nearly 30 years. The fourth edition brings Terence Dickinson and Alan Dyer's invaluable manual completely up-to-date. Setting a new standard for astronomy guides, it will serve as the touchstone for the next generation of stargazers as well as longtime devotees. Technology and astronomical understanding are evolving at a breathtaking clip, and to reflect the latest information about observing techniques and equipment, this massively revised and expanded edition has been completely rebuilt (an additional 48 pages brings the page count to 416). Illustrated throughout with all-new photographs and star charts, this edition boasts a refreshed design and features five brand-new chapters, including three essential essays on binocular, telescope and Moon tours by renowned astronomy writer Ken Hewitt-White. With new content on naked-eye sky sights, LED lighting technology, WiFi-enabled telescopes and the latest advances in binoculars, telescopes and other astronomical gear, the fourth edition of The Backyard Astronomer's Guide is sure to become an indispensable reference for all levels of stargazers. New techniques for observing the Sun, the Moon and solar and lunar eclipses are an especially timely addition, given the upcoming solar eclipses in 2023 and 2024. Rounding out these impressive offerings are new sections on dark sky reserves, astro-tourism, modern astrophotography and cellphone astrophotography, making this book an enduring must-have guide for anyone looking to improve his or her astronomical viewing experience. The Backyard Astronomer's Guide also features a foreword by Dr. Sara Seager, a Canadian-American astrophysicist and planetary scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and an internationally recognized expert in the search for exoplanets. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Backyard Astronomer's Guide Terence Dickinson, Alan Dyer, 1991 All astronomical photographs by amateur astronomers |
| backyard astronomer's guide: NightWatch Terence Dickinson, 1998 A practical guide to viewing the universe. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Backyard Astronomer’s Field Guide David Dickinson, 2020-07-21 Discover Beautiful Nebulas, Constellations, Deep Sky Objects and More with Your Telescope David Dickinson, co-author of The Universe Today Ultimate Guide to Viewing the Cosmos, has created the ultimate field guide for backyard astronomers. Whether you want to impress viewers at a star party, or learn what you can see with your new telescope, David shows you how to find the most impressive views the night sky has to offer. Broken down by month and by hemisphere to ensure you get the best possible view, David shows you how to find objects like spiral galaxies, stunning sights in the Milky Way and stars that bring the “wow factor” to astronomy. With 44 sky charts and David’s expertise, it’s like having a pro-astronomer out in the field with you. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Amateur Astronomer's Handbook John Benson Sidgwick, R. C. Gamble, 1980-01-01 Timeless, comprehensive coverage of telescopes, mirrors, lenses, mountings, telescope drives, micrometers, spectroscopes, more. . . . highly recommended for very serious nonprofessional astronomers. — A Guide to the Literature of Astronomy. 189 illustrations. Reprint of 1971 edition. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Observing the Solar System Gerald North, 2012-10-25 Written by a well-known and experienced amateur astronomer, this is a practical primer for all aspiring observers of the planets and other Solar System objects. Whether you are a beginner or more advanced astronomer, you will find all you need in this book to help develop your knowledge and skills and move on to the next level of observing. This up-to-date, self-contained guide provides a detailed and wide-ranging background to Solar System astronomy, along with extensive practical advice and resources. Topics covered include: traditional visual observing techniques using telescopes and ancillary equipment; how to go about imaging astronomical bodies; how to conduct measurements and research of scientifically useful quality; the latest observing and imaging techniques. Whether your interests lie in observing aurorae, meteors, the Sun, the Moon, asteroids, comets, or any of the major planets, you will find all you need here to help you get started. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Observing the Moon Gerald North, 2007-07-05 Written by an experienced and well-known lunar observer, this is a hands-on primer for the aspiring observer of the Moon. Whether you are a novice or are already experienced in practical astronomy, you will find plenty in this book to help you raise your game to the next level and beyond. In this thoroughly updated second edition, the author provides extensive practical advice and sophisticated background knowledge of the Moon and of lunar observation. It incorporates the latest developments in lunar imaging techniques, including digital photography, CCD imaging and webcam observing, and essential advice on collimating all common types of telescope. Learn what scientists have discovered about our Moon, and what mysteries remain still to be solved. Find out how you can take part in the efforts to solve these mysteries, as well as enjoying the Moon's spectacular magnificence for yourself! |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Building a Roll-Off Roof Observatory John Stephen Hicks, 2009-03-02 Almost every amateur astronomer who has taken the pursuit to its second level aspires to a fixed, permanent housing for his telescope, permitting its rapid and comfortable use avoiding hours of setting-up time for each observing session. A roll-off roof observatory is the simplest and by far the most popular observatory design for today’s practical astronomers. Building a Roll-off Roof Observatory is unique, covering all aspects of designing a roll-off roof observatory: planning the site, viewing requirements, conforming to by-laws, and orientation of the structure. The chapters outline step-by-step construction of a typical building. The author, both an amateur astronomer and professional landscape architect, is uniquely qualified to write this fully-detailed book. A professionally designed roll-off observatory could cost as much as $3000 just for the plans – which are provided free with Building a Roll-off Roof Observatory. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Hubble's Universe Terence Dickinson, 2013-12-04 The Hubble Space Telescope. No other telescope combines instant name recognition with the production of consistently spectacular images. Yet few people outside of the astronomy community realize that Hubble is now at the apex of its imaging capabilities. A collection of stunningly detailed pictures, made possible by the new Wide Field Camera 3, has yet to be incorporated into a popular-level book. Until now. Hubble's Universe will be the premier venue for the Hubble Telescope's most recent visual splendors. Bestselling astronomy writer Terence Dickinson showcases extraordinary late-breaking pictures, many of which have yet to receive wide distribution as news stories or in publications outside scientific papers, and presents a breathtaking portfolio drawn from an archive of over 500,000 existing Hubble images. The accompanying text balances accuracy with accessibility, Dickinson's hallmark. And thanks to the author's familiarity with Hubble's history and discoveries and his access to top Hubble scientists for insight and accuracy, the text includes facts and tidbits not found in any other book. Combined with hundreds of brilliant images, the clear, succinct and illuminating narrative brings to life the fascinating forces at work in the universe. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Star Ware Philip S. Harrington, 2002-10-16 This is the third edition of Phil Harrington's popular and comprehensive guide to astronomical equipment, written for both new astronomers as well as experienced amateurs. It includes numerous tips and tricks from other experienced astronomers. In this revised and updated edition of Star Ware, the essential guide to buying astronomical equipment, award-winning astronomy writer Philip Harrington does the work for you, analyzing and exploring today's astronomy market and offering point-by-point comparisons of everything you need. Whether you're an experienced amateur astronomer or just getting st. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Backyard Guide to the Night Sky Andrew Fazekas, 2019 Explore the star-studded cosmos with this fully updated, user-friendly skywatcher's guide, filled with charts, graphics, photographs, and expert tips for viewing -- and understanding -- the wonders of space. Stargazing's too much fun to leave to astronomers. In these inviting pages, Night Sky Guy Andrew Fazekas takes an expert but easygoing approach that will delight would-be astronomers of all levels. Essential information, organized logically, brings the solar system, stars, and planets to life in your own backyard. Start with the easiest constellations and then star-hop across the night sky to find others nearby. Learn about the dark side of the moon, how to pick Mars out of a planetary lineup, and which kinds of stars twinkle in your favorite constellations. Hands-on tips and techniques for observing with the naked eye, binoculars, or a telescope help make the most out of sightings and astronomical phenomena such as eclipses and meteor showers. Photographs and graphics present key facts in an easy-to-understand format, explaining heavenly phenomena such as black holes, solar flares, and supernovas. Revised to make skywatching even easier for the whole family, this indispensable guide shines light on the night sky--truly one of the greatest shows on Earth |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Our Universe Jo Dunkley, 2019-04-08 A BBC Sky at Night Best Astronomy and Space Book of the Year “[A] luminous guide to the cosmos...Jo Dunkley swoops from Earth to the observable limits, then explores stellar life cycles, dark matter, cosmic evolution and the soup-to-nuts history of the Universe.” —Nature “A grand tour of space and time, from our nearest planetary neighbors to the edge of the observable Universe...If you feel like refreshing your background knowledge...this little gem certainly won’t disappoint.” —Govert Schilling, BBC Sky at Night Most of us have heard of black holes and supernovas, galaxies and the Big Bang. But few understand more than the bare facts about the universe we call home. What is really out there? How did it all begin? Where are we going? Jo Dunkley begins in Earth’s neighborhood, explaining the nature of the Solar System, the stars in our night sky, and the Milky Way. She traces the evolution of the universe from the Big Bang fourteen billion years ago, past the birth of the Sun and our planets, to today and beyond. She then explains cutting-edge debates about such perplexing phenomena as the accelerating expansion of the universe and the possibility that our universe is only one of many. Our Universe conveys with authority and grace the thrill of scientific discovery and a contagious enthusiasm for the endless wonders of space-time. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Star Watch Philip S. Harrington, 2008-04-21 Your Passport to the Universe The night sky is alive with many wonders--distant planets, vast star clusters, glowing nebulae, and expansive galaxies, all waiting to be explored. Let respected astronomy writer Philip Harrington introduce you to the universe in Star Watch, a complete beginner's guide to locating, observing, and understanding these celestial objects. You'll start by identifying the surface features of the Moon, the banded cloud tops of Jupiter, the stunning rings of Saturn, and other members of our solar system. Then you'll venture out beyond our solar system, where you'll learn tips and tricks for finding outstanding deep-sky objects from stars to galaxies, including the entire Messier catalog--a primary goal of every serious beginner. Star Watch features a detailed physical description of each target, including size, distance, and structure, as well as concise directions for locating the objects, handy finder charts, hints on the best times to view each object, and descriptions of what you'll really see through a small telescope or binoculars and with the naked eye. Star Watch will transport you to the farthest depths of space--and return you as a well-traveled, experienced stargazer. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Touring the Universe through Binoculars Philip S. Harrington, 1990-10-01 This comprehensive work takes you on a personal tour of the universe using nothing more than a pair of binoculars. More comprehensive than any book currently available, it starts with Earth's nearest neighbor, the moon, and then goes on to explore each planet in the solar system, asteroids, meteors, comets and the sun. Following this, the reader is whisked away into deep space to explore celestial bodies including stars that are known and many sights less familiar. The final chapter includes a detailed atlas of deep-sky objects visible through binoculars. The appendices include guidance on how to buy, care for and maintain astronomical binoculars, tips and hints on using them, and detailed information on several home-made binocular mounts. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Turn Left at Orion Guy Consolmagno, Dan M. Davis, 2011-09-22 With over 100,000 copies sold since first publication, this is one of the most popular astronomy books of all time. It is a unique guidebook to the night sky, providing all the information you need to observe a whole host of celestial objects. With a new spiral binding, this edition is even easier to use outdoors at the telescope and is the ideal beginner's book. Keeping its distinct one-object-per-spread format, this edition is also designed for Dobsonian telescopes, as well as for smaller reflectors and refractors, and covers Southern hemisphere objects in more detail. Large-format eyepiece views, positioned side-by-side, show objects exactly as they are seen through a telescope, and with improved directions, updated tables of astronomical information and an expanded night-by-night Moon section, it has never been easier to explore the night sky on your own. Many additional resources are available on the accompanying website, www.cambridge.org/turnleft. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Exploring the Night Sky Terence Dickinson, John Bianchi, 1987-01-01 A basic guide for beginning observers of the night sky, introducing information on the locations, names, and characteristics of stars. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Deep-Sky Wonders Sue French, 2020-10 The quality of the deep-sky images is outstanding--a tribute to the various photographers as well as the book's printer. But it's the written word that will make or break a book like this, and Sue's writing is superb... [For] an occasional stargazer, a serious observer, or anyone in between, you won't go wrong with Deep-Sky Wonders. This is a great introduction to deep-sky stargazing for novice and experienced amateur astronomers alike. --Mercury, publication of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific Sue French writes the popular column Deep-Sky Wonders for Sky and Telescope magazine and also teaches deep sky observation. She has earned a loyal following among enthusiasts and is welcomed by beginners for her skill at presenting astronomy in an understandable way. After selling 10,000 copies of Deep-Sky Wonders in hardcover, we expect a good response for this paperback edition at an accessible price. Deep-Sky Wonders is a collection of 100 of French's best Deep-Sky Wonders columns originally published in Sky and Telescope, which has a monthly readership exceeding 100,000. The book is organized by season and subdivided into months for a total of 100 in-depth tours of the deep sky. Each deep sky tour illuminates little-known seasonal wonders that lie off the beaten path. Features include: Full-color photographs and detailed sketches of each deep sky tour Descriptions of double and variable stars, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies and exotics Historical and scientific background of particular interest A tabular listing of the deep-sky sites Color charts showing the position of each target in the night sky An index to all of the deep-sky objects covered. Deep-Sky Wonders also features a variety of challenging objects that encourage observers to test the limits of their equipment and skills. Suitable for beginner and intermediate small-scope astronomers as well as large-scope viewers and astrophotographers, this book will be greeted enthusiastically by all Sky and Telescope readers. It is also an outstanding introduction to deep-sky viewing for novice observers. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Advanced Amateur Astronomy Gerald North, 1997-08-21 This book, first published in 1997, is for telescope owners wanting to improve their skills and make observations of real and lasting scientific value. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: NightWatch Terence Dickinson, 1989 Spiral binding. A guide to amateur astronomy with advice on equipment and information on photographing the night sky. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Astronomy Gary Allen Pty, Limited, Robert Burnham, Weldon Owen Pty, Limited, Alan Dyer, Jeff Kanipe, 2004-11-01 |
| backyard astronomer's guide: A Question and Answer Guide to Astronomy Pierre-Yves Bely, Carol Christian, Jean-René Roy, 2017-03-23 Contains 250 questions and answers about astronomy, particular for the amateur astronomer. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Backyard Astronomy Fog City Press, Robert Burnham, 2003 Colorful illustrations enhance this introduction to astronomical observations. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: A Practical Guide to Observational Astronomy M. Shane Burns, 2021-09-16 A Practical Guide to Observational Astronomy provides a practical and accessible introduction to the ideas and concepts that are essential to making and analyzing astronomical observations. A key emphasis of the book is on how modern astronomy would be impossible without the extensive use of computers, both for the control of astronomical instruments and the subsequent data analysis. Astronomers now need to use software to access and assess the data they produce, so understanding how to use computers to control equipment and analyze data is as crucial to modern astronomers as a telescope. Therefore, this book contains an array of practical problems for readers to test their knowledge, in addition to a wealth of examples and tutorials using Python on the author’s website, where readers can download and create image processing scripts. This is an excellent study guide or textbook for an observational astronomy course for advanced undergraduate and graduate astronomy and physics students familiar with writing and running simple Python scripts. Key Features Contains the latest developments and technologies from astronomical observatories and telescope facilities on the ground and in space Accompanied by a companion website with examples, tutorials, Python scripts, and resources Authored by an observational astronomer with over thirty years of observing and teaching experience About the Author M. Shane Burns earned his BA in physics at UC San Diego in 1979. He began graduate work at UC Berkeley in 1979, where he worked on an automated search for nearby supernovae. After being awarded a PhD in 1985, Professor Burns became a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Wyoming. He spent the summer of 1988 as a visiting scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, where he helped found the Supernova Cosmology Project (SCP). He continued to work as a member of the SCP group while a faculty member at Harvey Mudd College, the US Air Force Academy, and Colorado College. The 2011 Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to the leader of the SCP for the group’s discovery of the accelerating expansion of the Universe through observations of distant supernovae. During his career, Professor Burns has observed using essentially all of the world’s great observatories, including the Keck Observatory and the Hubble Space Telescope. Companion website for the book: https://mshaneburns.github.io/ObsAstro/ |
| backyard astronomer's guide: 110 Things to See With a Telescope John Read, Chris Vaughan, 2021-08 This book and a telescope are all you need to find, view, and record your observations of the most popular stargazing targets. But what makes this list so famous? Over 200 years ago, the French comet hunter Charles Messier published a list of fuzzy, comet-like objects he saw through his telescope. To him, they were a nuisance. We now know them as star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies! Modern astronomers later expanded his list from 103 to 110 objects - and they're some of the finest celestial sights to explore with your backyard telescope, especially after you're ready to move beyond the Moon and planets. This book is your guide to seeing each deep sky object in Messier's list - plus a complete how-to for budding astronomers. Finding the 110 Messier (pronounced Messy-ay) objects has never been easier! We provide a star map for each target - plus written directions for how to find it by star-hopping, an eyepiece view image to confirm you're seeing it, observing tips from two veteran stargazers, and interesting facts. We also highlight additional nearby objects. These objects are presented in their recommended viewing order - either by season, or during an all-night marathon! Each page contains an observation log so you can track your progress, and later apply for a Messier Observing Certificate from the Astronomical League and the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. Certificate Application instructions are provided in the appendix of the book. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Advanced Skywatching Robert Burnham, 1997 Astronomy - observers manual. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Telescope Optics Harrie G. J. Rutten, Martin A. M. van Venrooij, 1988 |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Mythology of the Night Sky David E. Falkner, 2011-08-28 The Mythology of the Night Sky is intended primarily for amateur astronomers who would like to know the mythology behind the names of constellations and planets. It deals with the 48 constellations identified by the ancient Greek astronomer Ptolemy, as well as all the planets of our solar system and their moons, which are named after Roman gods. To assist practical observers the book gives the location and description of each constellation, including named stars and deep-sky objects. Readers are encouraged to observe and image the constellations for themselves, and there is a lot of practical information in this book to help them along the way. In addition to providing a detailed (and mostly Greek) mythology of the constellations and the vast soap opera that was part of the Ancient Greek pantheon, this book also addresses the planets of the Solar System, which are named after the Roman - not Greek - gods. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: NightWatch Terence Dickinson, 2006 Serves as a useful reference guide to stargazers around the world. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: How to Photograph & Process Nightscapes and Time-Lapses Alan Dyer, 2014-11-22 The book describes — How to shoot and process still image “nightscapes” – images of landscapes taken at night by the light of the Moon or stars … and … How to shoot and assemble time-lapse movies of the stars and Milky Way turning above Earthly scenes, all using DSLR cameras. The 400-page multi-touch book includes — 50 embedded HD videos (no internet connection required) demonstrating time-lapse techniques. 60 multi-page tutorials with step-by-step instructions of how to use software: Adobe Bridge, Adobe Camera Raw, Photoshop, Lightroom, LRTimelapse, Advanced Stacker Actions, StarStaX, Panolapse, Sequence, GBTimelapse, and more. Numerous Photo 101 sections explaining the basic concepts of photography and video production (f-stops, ISOs, file types, aspect ratios, frame rates, compression, etc.). Numerous Astronomy 101 sections explaining the basics of how the sky works (how the sky moves, where the Moon can be found, when the Milky Way can be seen, when and where to see auroras). Reviews of gear – I don’t just mention that specialized gear exists, I illustrate in detail how to use popular units such as the Time-Lapse+, Michron, and TriggerTrap intervalometers, and the All-View mount, Radian, Mindarin Astro, eMotimo, and Dynamic Perception motion-control units, with comments on what’s good – and not so good – to use. You’ll learn — What are the best cameras and lenses to buy (cropped vs. full-frame, Canon vs. Nikon, manual vs. automatic lenses, zooms vs. primes). How to set your cameras and lenses for maximum detail and minimum noise (following the mantra of “exposing to the right” and using dark frames). How to shoot auroras, conjunctions, satellites, comets, and meteor showers. How to shoot nightscapes lit only by moonlit, and how to determine where the Moon will be to plan a shoot. How to shoot & stitch panoramas of the night sky and Milky Way, using Photoshop and PTGui software. How to shoot tracked long exposures of the Milky Way using camera trackers such as the iOptron Star Tracker and Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer. How to develop Raw files, the essential first step to great images and movies. How to process nightscape stills using techniques such as compositing multiple exposures, masking ground and sky, and using non-destructive adjustment layers and smart filters. How to shoot and stack star trail images made of hundreds of frames. How to assemble time-lapse movies from those same hundreds of frames. How to plan a time-lapse shoot and calculate the best balance of exposure time vs. frame count vs. length of shoot, and recommended apps to use. How to process hundreds of frames using Adobe Camera Raw, Bridge, Photoshop, and Lightroom. How to shoot and process advanced “Holy Grail” time-lapse transitions from day to night. How to shoot motion-control sequences using specialized dolly and pan/tilt devices. How to use time-lapse processing tools such as LRTimelapse, Panolapse, Sequence, and Advanced Stacker Actions. What can go wrong and how best to avoid problems in the field. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: National Geographic Pocket Guide to the Night Sky of North America Catherine H. Howell, 2017 A field guide to help backyard explorers, hikers, and nature lovers discover and identify North America's diverse community of reptiles and amphibians. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Universe and Beyond Terence Dickinson, 2010 A guide to the universe, illustrated with the latest images from space probes and the largest observatories on Earth. Covers most major topics in modern astronomy. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Hundred Greatest Stars James B. Kaler, 2002-06-19 Following a general introduction to stellar astronomy, Kaler embarks on an informative tour through his hundred favourite stars, each given a page of text with an appropriate illustration on the facing page. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Binocular Astronomy Craig Crossen, Wil Tirion, 1992 Instructs the reader on how to observe celestial bodies in the night sky with binoculars. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Night Sky Observer's Guide: Spring & summer George Robert Kepple, 1998 |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Astronomy For Beginners Sally R Ball, 2019-05-27 Astronomy is inherently more observational rather than an elemental study of science. All measurements are performed at a greater distance from the object of interest, with no control of quantities such as chemical composition, pressure, or temperature. You will also understand the study of the solar system with relation to the gravitational attraction that holds the planets in their elliptical orbits around the sun. An early study of the universe was done through the naked eyes. This method led to the categorization of the celestial bodies and assigned constellations. Constellation has been a very important navigational tool since the beginning of the world. Various disciplines of Astronomy will also be discussed. Examples of such disciplines include: -Astrophysics-Galactic astronomy-Galaxy Formation-Cosmology-Astrometry-Extragalactic astronomy-Stellar astronomy-Planetary sciences-Astrobiology-Formation of stars |
| backyard astronomer's guide: Cosmic Challenge Philip S. Harrington, 2019-04-30 Listing more than 500 sky targets, both near and far, in 187 challenges, this observing guide will test novice astronomers and advanced veterans alike. Its unique mix of Solar System and deep-sky targets will have observers hunting for the Apollo lunar landing sites, searching for satellites orbiting the outermost planets, and exploring hundreds of star clusters, nebulae, distant galaxies, and quasars. Each target object is accompanied by a rating indicating how difficult the object is to find, an in-depth visual description, an illustration showing how the object realistically looks, and a detailed finder chart to help you find each challenge quickly and effectively. This guide introduces objects often overlooked in other observing guides and challenges are provided for the naked eye, through binoculars, to the largest backyard telescopes. This paperback edition has updated charts and data tables to challenges observers for many years to come. |
| backyard astronomer's guide: A Guide to Advanced Skywatching , 2002 |
| backyard astronomer's guide: The Ultimate Backyard Astronomer's Guide for Beginners Kevin A. Powell, 2021-01-31 Have you have ever gazed up at the night sky, been wondered by what you see, and thought about taking a closer look? If this is you, then I can tell you that you are not alone!Amateur Astronomy has taken off in the past two decades, with the bounty of well-priced, competent, high-quality equipment available today. But for the complete beginner with no experience, the one question that will be particularly obvious is, - What do I need to get great views of the heavens?The first awakening many people have to Astronomical equipment is when they visit their local store and find cheap telescopes offered in brightly colored boxes claiming 500X magnification and designating impressively detailed color pictures of planets and galaxies.Don't be deceived by this!This is NOT the fulfillment you'll get, and it's clearly NOT what you'll see - particularly with the telescope in this box from this store. This is so tricky and has been accountable for more setbacks to wannabe astronomers than any other particular thing; I'd advise, these are just toys, and you should stay far away from them. And regrettably, even with equipment costing many times more, you still won't see the detail and color described on these types of boxes.Firstly, when you look into even a modest telescope, you won't see color. The minuscule amount of light emanating from heavenly objects is not enough to display as color usually on our retinas. That said, it is probable to see some basic color detail on planets and galaxies that are large and close enough to provide adequate light output. I can say without exception when I have introduced family and friends to their first-ever view of Saturn in all its glory; the reaction is always a wide-eyed gasp and a wow! Likewise, Jupiter's four clearly visible Galilean Moons move in real-time if you watch for several minutes.Naturally, the objects you're seeing are moving the whole time you're looking at them. Honestly, to see these heavenly objects this close and personal, as you've never seen them before, gives you a beautifully strange, yet eerie, feeling of being just a tiny speck in a universe far more extensive than you've probably ever thought before. To see things in your eye-piece that are so far away that they may have ceased to exist millions of years ago appears incomprehensible in a naive sense. It's so tough to imagine the light from that dim and distant object that would have taken millions upon millions of years to reach your eye.If you're interested enough that this has sharpened your appetite for more, then take a note of the following step-by-step guide before racing out and purchasing equipment that may not suit your demands. In the book, The ultimate Astronomer's guide for Beginners, you will learn the Step by step guide to finding the best objects the night has to offer, choosing your telescope, Building a Backyard Observatory and so much more! Some of the subjects covered in the book are below!*Astronomy for Beginners (Getting Started Stargazing)*Things to Consider Before Building a Backyard Observatory Backyard *Telescopes for Beginners: Determining the Best Beginner Telescope*3 Things to check for before buying a Telescope as a Beginner*Should I Use Binoculars or Telescopes for Astronomy?*Exceptional Tips for Budding Astronomers*A Look at Celestron, Orion Telescopes, and Other Brand Telescopes!*All you NEED to know About Jupiter.*Why you need a New Telescope Eyepiece as a beginner*Why a Telescope Mount is a Requirement for Stargazing*How to Stargaze in Style with a great Celestron Telescope*6 Great Tips for Best Star Gazing Techniques and EquipmentClick the link below to ORDER your copy, now! |
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