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Bad Astronomyby Philip C. Plait
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2002; US$ 15.95Advance praise for Philip Plait s Bad Astronomy "Bad Astronomy is just plain good! Philip Plait clears up every misconception on astronomy and space you never knew you suffered from." --Stephen Maran, Author of Astronomy for Dummies and editor of The Astronomy and Astrophysics Encyclopedia "Thank the cosmos for the bundle of star stuff named Philip Plait, who is the world s leading consumer advocate for quality science in space and on Earth. This important contribution to science will rest firmly on my reference library shelf, ready for easy access the next time an astrologer calls." --Dr. Michael Shermer, Publisher of Skeptic magazine, monthly columnist for Scientific American, and author of The Borderlands of Science "Philip Plait has... more...
A Skywatcher's Yearby Jeff Kanipe
Cambridge University Press 1999; US$ 35.00An observing project for every week of the year! Guides you to celestial events and phenomena that occur or are visible with the naked eye and binoculars. Find prominent stars and constellations, bright star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies. more...
Astronomy Demystifiedby Stan Gibilisco
McGraw-Hill 2002; US$ 21.95* Allows the reader to quickly and easily grasp the math, fundamentals, and general concepts involved in astronomy. * Covers techniques for using telescopes, the challenges of amateur astrophotography, and the special problems of observing the sky at ''invisible wavelengths''. * Unlike most books on the topic, it presents general concepts first and details follow. * Contains quizzes, tests, and final exams. more...
The Amateur Astronomerby Patrick Moore
Springer 2006; US$ 69.95Introduces astronomy and amateur observing together. This edition includes photographs and illustrations. The comprehensive appendices provide hints and tips, as well as data for every aspect of amateur astronomy. This work is useful for amateur astronomers. more...
State of the Universe 2008by Martin Ratcliffe
Springer 2007; US$ 29.95Provides an astronomy review suitable for the popular science-level reader. This book covers various major astronomical news on topics beyond the Solar System, placing them in the context of the longer-term goals of astronomers and astrophysicists around the world. It captures the excitement and vibrancy of modern astronomical research. more...
The Urban Astronomer's Guideby Rod Mollise
Springer 2006; US$ 44.95Covers the "why," "how," and "what" of astronomy under light-polluted skies. This book is aimed at urban astronomers and showcases the countless objects - galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters - that can be seen in even in heavily light polluted urban skies. more...
Guidebook for the Scientific Travelerby Duane S. Nickell
Rutgers University Press 2008; US$ 19.00A one-of-a-kind guidebook for planning astronomy and space-themed trips across America--50 space-related and astronomical attractions grouped by theme; state-by-state index of destinations; detailed descriptions, visitor information and websites for every site.Albert Einstein Memorial * Adler Planetarium * Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center * Keck Telescope * Meteor Crater * NASA Exhibit of Buzz Aldrins boot print * Rose Center for Earth and Space Science and many, many more! more...
Astronomical Observationsby Britannica Educational Publishing; Erik Gregersen
Britannica Educational Publishing 2010; US$ 34.00Our Search for knowledge about the universe has been remarkable, heartbreaking, fantastical, and inspiring, and this search is just beginning. Astronomical Observations is part of a 7 book series that takes readers through a virtual time warp of our discovery. From the nascent space programs of the 1960's to today's space tourism and the promise of distant planet colonization, readers will be transfixed. Throughout this journey of the mind, Earth-bound explorers gain keen insight into the celestial phenomena that have fascinated humans for centuries. Thrilling narratives about indefatigable scientific contributors and technological advances will rouse the imagination. Each book is lavished with photographs and illustrations that transport... more...
Instant Egghead Guideby J.R. Minkel; Scientific American; Musser
St. Martin's Press 2009; US$ 9.99Whether you're a fan of Scientific American ’s wildly popular 60-Second Science Podcast or just curious about science, you’re going to want to dust off your Dad’s telescope and warm up your particle accelerator after enjoying the same bite-sized knowledge in The Instant Egghead Guide to the Universe . more...
Stars Above, Earth Belowby Tyler Nordgren
Springer 2010; US$ 29.95"Stars Above, Earth Below" uses photographs and sky charts to form a connection between what is seen on the ground and in the sky, and looks at the deeper scientific meaning behind these sights. Nordgren describes other objects in the Solar System with features similar to those on Earth and links the geological features seen in the national parks to the very latest NASA spacecraft discoveries on other planets and their moons. Additionally, historical context is discussed to show why we humans (who have lived in and around our national parts for tens of thousands of years) have always been astronomers. The first book to make direct connections between astronomy and the landscapes, processes and cultures one experiences in the US National... more...









