The Modern Amateur Astronomer (The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series)

by Patrick Moore (Editor)

• Used

  Paperback
  1995

  $5.28

  Along with its companion book, The Observational Amateur Astronomer, this is a comprehensive guide for every amateur astronomer who wants to do more than just stargaze. Each chapter has been written by a well-known professional or amateur astronomer, chosen for their specialist knowledge. Topics range from buying a telescope (or making your own), via electronic equipment and accessories, to more technical aspects such as spectroscopy and astrophotography.
  Patrick Moore has edited the book overall into his easy, comprehensible style - known to millions of television viewers.

• New

  Paperback
  1995

  $89.41

  Along with its companion book, The Observational Amateur Astronomer, this is a comprehensive guide for every amateur astronomer who wants to do more than just stargaze. Each chapter has been written by a well-known professional or amateur astronomer, chosen for their specialist knowledge. Topics range from buying a telescope (or making your own), via electronic equipment and accessories, to more technical aspects such as spectroscopy and astrophotography.
  Patrick Moore has edited the book overall into his easy, comprehensible style - known to millions of television viewers.