Star Ware: The Amateur Astronomer's Guide to Choosing, Buying, and Using Telescopes and Accessories

by Philip S. Harrington

Paperback, 2007

Status

Available

Call number

QB88 .H37

Publication

Wiley (2007), Edition: Fourth, 432 pages

Description

Praise for the Second Edition of Star Ware Star Ware is still a tour de force that any experienced amateur will find invaluable, and which hardware-minded beginners will thoroughly enjoy. Robert Burnham, Sky & Telescope magazine Star Ware condenses between two covers what would normally take a telescope buyer many months to accumulate. John Shibley, Astronomy magazine Now more than ever, the backyard astronomer has a dazzling array of choices when it comes to telescope shopping which can make choosing just the right sky-watching equipment a formidable challenge. 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 started, Star Ware, Third Edition will prepare you to explore the farthest reaches of space with: Extensive, expanded reviews of leading models and accessories, including dozens of new products, to help you buy smart A clear, step-by-step guide to all aspects of purchasing… (more)

Language

Original language

English

Physical description

9.13 inches

ISBN

9780471750635

Barcode

179

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