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The Modern Amateur Astronomer

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  • © 1995

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Editors:
  1. Patrick Moore
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Part of the book series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series (PATRICKMOORE)

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Table of contents (11 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-viii
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  2. Optical Principles

    • R. W. Forrest
    Pages 1-16

  3. Buying a Telescope

    • Patrick Moore
    Pages 17-20

  4. Commercially Made Telescopes

    • John Watson
    Pages 21-29

  5. Observatories and Telescopes

    • Denis Buczynski
    Pages 31-49

  6. Making Your Own Telescope

    • John Watson
    Pages 51-67

  7. Auxiliary Equipment

    • M. Mobberley
    Pages 69-93

  8. Electronics and the Amateur Astronomer

    • Maurice Gavin
    Pages 95-108

  9. First Steps in Astronomical Calculations

    • Gerald North
    Pages 109-125

  10. Astronomical Spectroscopes

    • C. R. Kitchin
    Pages 127-142

  11. Astrophotography

    • Robin Pearce
    Pages 143-159

  12. Astronomical Societies

    • Patrick Moore
    Pages 161-163

  13. Back Matter

    Pages 165-166
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Here is a comprehensive guide for every amateur astronomer who hopes to do more than just star-gaze. If you already own an astronomical telescope and want to know how to use it to the best effect, or if you are thinking about buying one and are wondering where to start, then this is the book for you. Each chapter deals with a different topic, and each has been written by a professional or amateur astronomer who has been chosen by Patrick Moore as an expert in his speciality. Topics range from buying a telescope (or making your own), through electronic equipment and accessories, to more technical aspects such as spectroscopy and astrophotography. A companion book, The Observational Amateur Astronomer, explains how to use a modest astronomical telescope for serious observing of the Moon, planets, stars and extragalactic objects.

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"This volume is worth a place on any experienced observers bookshelf. It is for the amateur astronomer of today, encompassing a wide range of subjects and an excellent reference. It is well worth the money." - Popular Astronomy

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