Product Description

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.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #16831 in Books
• Published on: 2007-09-03
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 208 pages

Customer Reviews

This Book Will Save You Money
I hope this review will help someone intending to spend hard cash on Binoculars'.

When I first started out in Astronomy, I spent over £300 on things that should have been left in the shop. If I had owned a copy of this book, it would have enabled me to buy just what I needed, with cash left over.

It gives you the all the information you need to set yourself up with the right kind of Binoculars', for the job, and shows you that buying a good pair is not as easy as you think.

I really hope this review helps someone, as there is nothing more annoying than throwing cash down the drain. Spending a fiver, or even less on this book, will keep the cash in your pocket, where it belongs.

handy book
This book is perfect for people who have only just started stargazing with binoculars.
it use simple language and explains things properly. its the right size for carrying around with you.