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Burnham, Robert Burnham's Celestial Handbook : An Observer's Guide to the Universe Beyond the Solar System Volume 1 (Andromeda through Cetus) Volume 2 (Chameleon through Orion) Volume 3 (Pavo through Vulpecula) An absolute treasury of information, including related history and mythology. This book is very obviously a work of love for astronomy. |
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Levitt, I.M. & Marshall, Roy Star Maps for Beginners Now in its 50th edition, this is an excellent guide to viewing the heavens. |
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Malin, David & Frew, David Hartung's Astronomical Objects for Southern Telescopes This exquisitely illustrated handbook is a must-have for those able to observe the magnificent sights of the southern skies. |
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Ridpath, Ian and Tirion, Wil Collins Gem: Stars This little "gem" is often overlooked by serious astronomers, but its small format (8cm x 11.5cm) gives you a star atlas in your shirt pocket! Separate chart for each constellation, down to mag 5. Lots of DSOs, including the Messiers, are marked. Recommended |
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Ridpath, Ian & Tirion, Wil The Monthly Sky Guide Clear and simple introduction for beginners of all ages. Recommended. |
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Ridpath, Ian (ed.) Norton's Star Atlas and Reference Handbook For decades this has justifiably been the amateurs first atlas; the wealth of other astronomical information greatly enhances its value. Plots stars down to mag 6.0. Now in its 19th edition. Also available in paperback. |
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Tirion, Wil Sky Atlas 2000.0 26 large (15" x 19") Star Charts, covering both hemispheres down to mag 8. This is an excellent atlas for the intermediate and advanced amateur. Also available with laminated pages |
| Tirion, Wil (et.al.) URANOMETRIA 2000.0 Volume I (Northern Hemisphere to -6º) URANOMETRIA 2000.0 Volume II (Southern Hemisphere to +6º) Together with the accompanying field guide, this makes possibly the most comprehensive and powerful star atlas currently available. Plots stars down to mag 9.5. Recommended for the advanced amateur. |