{"product_id":"astronomy-with-a-budget-telescope-an-introduction-to-practical-observing-paperback","title":"Astronomy with a Budget Telescope: An Introduction to Practical Observing - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003ePatrick Moore\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJohn Watson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAstronomy with a Budget Telescope, 2nd Edition\u003c\/i\u003e is a complete introduction to buying and using a low-cost amateur astronomical telescope. It provides essential hints and tips about what to look for when buying on a budget - the best are now excellent value, but they all lack an astronomer's advice about setting them up and using them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAstronomy with a Budget Telescope\u003c\/i\u003e was first published in 2003, since then technology has moved on substantially. The main factors are first the availability of fairly inexpensive computer-controlled \"go-to\" telescopes which after setting up can automatically locate any celestial objects with reasonable accuracy. Second, digital cameras have now almost completely displaced \"wet\" film cameras, and some of them are particularly well-suited to astronomical use. Third, prices are down and quality is up!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis new edition is revised and extended to include using a low-cost \"go-to\" telescope - there are various pitfalls to be avoided - and how this class of instrument can make amateur astronomy more accessible to those with limited time at their disposal. It also discusses the new breed of mid-range digital cameras that include powerful on-board processing and image enhancement software that used to be available only to people with advanced astronomical CCD cameras. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinally, there are detailed reviews and test reports on some of the budget telescopes that are available on Main Street and by mail order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you had purchased an inexpensive astronomical telescope a few years ago, disappointment would have been almost guaranteed. In current Internet age, times have changed and most (but not quite all) telescopes have been used to favorable results. Sir Patrick Moore, working with John Watson, has surveyed and tested the best and the worst of today's budget-priced astronomical telescopes. This new edition of \u003ci\u003eAstronomy with a Budget Telescope\u003c\/i\u003e is the result of their efforts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book will show you how to recognize the good from the bad in observational ware with essential hints and tips on what to look for when buying both new and used telescopes. Updated and expanded, this latest edition includes budgeting tips for the new generation of digital cameras and 'go-to' telescopes. It provides a step-by-step guide to setting up your telescope, and how to observe the Moon, Sun, planets, stars, nebulae, and galaxies. Inside you'll find full-page finder charts and full-color images showing you what each object should look like. \u003ci\u003eAstronomy with a Budget Telescope, 2nd Edition, \u003c\/i\u003eis the complete introduction to buying and using a low-cost amateur astronomical telescope!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSir Patrick Moore, CBE, FRS\u003c\/i\u003e is one of the world's leading popularizers of astronomy and space. He has presented his BBC TV program, \u003ci\u003eThe Sky at Night\u003c\/i\u003e continuously since 1957, which has been broadcast every four weeks since, making it the world's longest running television program of any kind. Patrick has written more than 100 astronomy book. In recognition of Patrick's contribution to the popularization of science over the past 50 years, he was knighted in November 2000. He has also been made a Fellow of the Royal Society, an honor he values particularly highly. As the presenter of the record-breaking \u003ci\u003eThe Sky at Night, \u003c\/i\u003ePatrick was awarded a BAFTA in 2000.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eJohn Watson, FRAS, \u003c\/i\u003ehas been an active amateur astronomer for forty years. He retired in 2004 from Springer London, where he had been Managing Director for fifteen years, prior to which he was Editorial Director at McGraw-Hill, and before that, Senior Publisher at Macmillan. During his time at Springer he was responsible for the creation and development of Springer's amateur astronomy publishing program, the first book have been published in 1995. The author of several textbooks on electronics and electrical engineering - and one on car maintenance - he has recently contributed to various astronomy books, including those by Philip Pugh and Michael Munder, both published by Springer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 165\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 9.1 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 01, 2012\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51773708730656,"sku":"9781461421603","price":61.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/cf9dce25dba81fd194e4c9b7a33f51e6_502b7d04-0976-4f68-883a-5b54da655791.webp?v=1780430972","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/astronomy-with-a-budget-telescope-an-introduction-to-practical-observing-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}