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Kitchin, C.R. Telescopes and Techniques; An Introduction to Practical Astronomy Written as in introductory astronomy book for first-year university students, this excellent book conciselu covers hardware, positional astronomy, and observing. |
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Harrington, Philip S Star Ware Very useful book, which gives an unbiassed view of commercial offerings and has a few useful projects for the "home tinkerer". |
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Moore, Patrick (ed) Small Astronomical Observatories: Amateur and Professional Designs and Constructions A number of different observatories, including radio, built by amateurs around the world. |
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Sidgwick, J.B. Amateur Astronomer's Handbook Although it is old, this excellent handbook comprehensively discusses many aspects of astronomical equipment. Should be on every serious amateur's bookshelf. |
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Tonkin, Stephen AstroFAQs THE quick reference to get you up and running in practical astronomy. |
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Tonkin, Stephen Practical Amateur Spectroscopy The only complete book on amateur astronomical spectroscopy. Includes background theory and a variety of spectroscopes (and techniques) from DIY to commercial. |
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Waugh, Albert E. Sundials, their Theory and Construction Easy to read with lots of ideas for various kinds of sundials. |