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50 Things to See with a Small Telescope explores the planets, stars, galaxies and nebulae visible from your own backyard! The book includes easy to follow star maps and eclipse charts updated through the year 2030. With the “Telescope View” feature, you will see how objects appear when viewed through a small telescope. This book will help you: – Choose the telescope that’s right for your budget – Identify prominent stars and major constellations – See bright nebulae and globular clusters – Explore the Moon and planets – View comets and asteroids – Track the Space Station and spot satellite flairs – So much more!
From the Publisher
Award winning astronomy books for the whole family
Your guide to the night sky – tailored for small telescopes
Bright Galaxies and Nebula
Using the prominent constellations as a guide, this book shows you how to “star hop” to the brightest galaxies and nebulae. Customized star maps on each page show you exactly which stars to use as you navigate to your targets.
“Eyepiece-View” for every Target
Each page features a circular image showing how the objects will appear in your telescope under ideal conditions. The Moon and planets make great targets for the city. To see galaxies and nebula exactly as they appear on the page requires dark, moonless skies far from city lights.
A Complete How-To Guide
This book contains everything you need to know to begin your stargazing journey. We cover everything from choosing your telescope and adding accessories, to setting up your gear and aligning your finderscope.
Author John A. Read
Choose the book that’s right for you
If you’re just getting started, we recommend 50 Things to See with a Small Telescope(for adults), 50 Things to See with a Telescope: A Young Stargazer’s Guide (for teens), or 50 Things to See with a Telescope – Kids. If this is not your first stargazing book, or you’re already familiar with telescopes, consider: 110 Things to See with a Telescope. If you live south of the equator, check out: 50 Things to See with a telescope: Southern Hemisphere Edition.
What to read next:
50 Things to See on the Moon 110 Things to See with a Telescope
From the author:
What type of stargazer are you?
Each book in this series has been tailored toward a specific type of stargazer. From his first book, 50 Things to See with a Small Telescope, to 50 Things to See with a Telescope – Kids, to his latest book 110 Things to See with a Telescope, there is something for everyone.
Simon Newcomb Award
In 2020, John A. Read was the recipient of the Simon Newcomb Award for excellence in science communication from the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada.
Books by John A. Read:
50 Things to See with a Small Telescope 50 Things to See with a Telescope – Kids 50 Things to See with a Telescope: A Young Stargazer’s Guide 50 Things to See on the Moon 110 Things to See with a Telescope: The World’s most Famous Stargazing List 50 Animals that Have Been to Space 50 Space Missions That Changed the World 50 Things to Know about the International Space Station
Publisher : John A Read (May 19, 2013)
Language : English
Paperback : 75 pages
ISBN-10 : 0615826717
ISBN-13 : 978-0615826714
Item Weight : 3.99 ounces
Dimensions : 6 x 0.17 x 9 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book well-written, easy to understand, and concise. They appreciate the great information about telescopes and using them. Readers say it’s well worth the price and a perfect transaction. They also mention it’s great for older kids and beginners. Opinions are mixed on the color scheme, with some finding it realistic and realistic expectations, while others say the pictures are grainy and black and white.
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