observers' manuals

A reference guide for recreational stargazers, providing information and recommendations on telescopes and accessories, and describing observation techniques, with tips on astrophotography. Includes over 800 color photographs and illustrations.

An introduction to the universe that provides information on locating, observing, and understanding the celestial objects in the night sky.

Simple text and photographs describe and illustrate how to use a telescope.

A young explorer's guide to the night sky, describing the different planets, stars, and other objects that might be seen there, explaining the formation and lives of stars, discussing constellations, and including tips on how to observe the night sky.

Guide to viewing and understanding the heavens that includes complete maps for every month of the year and synoptic tables.

Provides information about the night sky, featuring twenty-seven sky maps that show constellations and interesting objects that may be observed with binoculars or a telescope; and discusses the history of astronomy.

Describes stars and groups of stars and explains how they are formed, why they shine, and how to find them in the sky.

Presents a comprehensive full-color guide to the stars and planets, and contains maps of all eighty-eight constellations, detailed moon maps, and information on eclipses, comets, and meteors.