The One-Minute Astronomer: Tips, Tales, and Tours for the

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The One-Minute Astronomer: Tips, Tales, and Tours for the Casual Stargazer

Hereâ€™s some great reading for a cloudy nightâ€¦ a collection of more than 110 short and easy-to-read articles about stargazing, articles that will inform, inspire, and intrigue you, whether youâ€™re an experienced stargazer or a complete beginner. Most of these articles take just a minute or two to read and help you cultivate your fascination with the night sky.

The first section, â€œTipsâ€, includes ideas on how to choose and use telescopes and accessories, along with techniques to help you get the most out of whatever equipment you have, whether itâ€™s binoculars, a telescope, or simply your unaided eyes.

The next section, â€œTalesâ€, includes stories of intriguing astronomers both famous and obscure who made discoveries, sometimes in the face of formidable obstacles, that changed our understanding of the universe.

The final sections, â€œToursâ€, include short visits to sights in the solar system and deep sky. Here youâ€™ll learn a little of the science of astronomy, along with the pleasure of seeing some of the most beautiful sights in nature.

These articles are adapted from the popular website One-Minute Astronomer, a website that helps you challenge your intellect and imagination, and build your knowledge of the heavens one small step at a time.

Country	USA
Author	The Editors of One-Minute Astronomer
Binding	Kindle Edition
Edition	1
Format	Kindle eBook
IsAdultProduct
Label	Mintaka Publishing Inc.
Manufacturer	Mintaka Publishing Inc.
NumberOfPages	292
PublicationDate	2012-04-12
Publisher	Mintaka Publishing Inc.
ReleaseDate	2012-04-12
Studio	Mintaka Publishing Inc.

The One-Minute Astronomer: Tips, Tales, and Tours for the Casual Stargazer

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