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Binoculars provide a great start in astronomy. Compared with telescopes, they are comparatively cheap and easy to use, they are light and compact, and can be used for many other activities such as bird-watching. But when you are out there on a starry night, how do you know what to look at? Where are the best objects to observe through binoculars? Just how much can you see, and what are the tips and tricks of getting the most out of them?"Philip's Stargazing with Binoculars" reveals what to expect from a pair of binoculars and how to choose the right ones if you are buying for the first time, or up-grading. It gives straightforward explanations of how they work, and how to progress from first-time user to hobby observer. It gives practical help for setting up and using any binoculars, and provides lists of objects to look at with different sizes of binoculars, from both town and country, including the Sun, Moon, planets, comets, asteroids, stars, clusters, variable stars, double stars, novae, nebulae and galaxies.Aimed principally at newcomers to astronomy of all ages, who would like to begin observing for themselves, and perhaps make contact with other amateur observers, "Philip's Stargazing with Binoculars" describes a wide range of binoculars that are internationally available, with examples of objects to observe taken from both northern and southern hemispheres. The guidance given is appropriate for all observing conditions. This brand-new title includes a glossary of technical terms and an index, making it even easier for the beginner to use and understand.

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Robin Scagell is an author, consultant and broadcaster. He operates the Galaxy Picture Library and is the founder of the West of London Astronomical Society and the vice-president of the Society for Popular Astronomy. In 2007, he received the Sir Arthur Clarke Award for Space Reporting. In 2001, Asteroid Scageii was named for him.

David Frydman is a lifelong amateur astronomer who observes mainly with binoculars and small telescopes.

Review:
Among the many good books on binocular astronomy, Stargazing with Binoculars stands out as one of the best. Veteran astronomy writer Robin Scagell and new author David Frydman pack an amazing amount of information into a volume that's clearly written, entertaining, attractive, and portable.... Stargazing has excellent, detailed chapters on choosing and using binoculars, complete with descriptions and photographs of specific models. The material is up to date to 2008... By any standard, Stargazing is a serious contender for the title of best all-around introduction to binocular astronomy. Several books cover the deep sky as well or better, but few have such good discussions of solar-system observing and equipment selection, and hardly any are as up-to -date with modern technology. (Tony Flanders Sky & Telescope)

This is a handy-dandy guide to heavenly viewing by using--what the authors dub--"the poor person's telescope." ....This 208-page book is packed with easy to use star maps, as well as a month-by-month guide to the best objects to study. So latch onto a copy of the practical guide and step outside for a sky full of enjoyment. (Coalition for Space Exploration.com 2009-01-16)

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  • PublisherPhilips
  • Publication date2007
  • ISBN 10 0540090220
  • ISBN 13 9780540090228
  • BindingPaperback
  • Number of pages208
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