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The Cambridge Atlas of Herschel Objects
This superb, all-purpose star atlas is the first of its kind devoted to observing the Herschel objects with binoculars and telescopes. It displays over 2500 of the most visually-attractive star clusters, nebulae and galaxies.
$34.95

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Video Astronomy Book, Revised Edition
The Sky and Telescope Observer's Guide to Video Astronomy details everything you need to know about video imaging techniques, including equipment and processing procedures needed to obtain successful results with your telescope.
$24.95

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.igital SLR Astrophotography Book
5.0 / 5.0
DLSR cameras are everywhere nowadays, and this book, Digital SLR Astrophotography, focuses specifically on these types of cameras and how they can be used to take beautiful images of the night sky. Includes image processing techniques.
$39.95

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Stargazing Basics Astronomy Book
Stargazing Basics gives good advice on purchasing and using affordable binoculars, telescopes and accessories. And once you've purchased something, it takes you on a tour of the night sky, covering the Sun, Moon, stars, planets and more.
$16.95

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Falling Stars Book
Falling Stars covers all aspects of meteors and meteorites, including collecting and preserving meteorites and how to best observe meteors and meteor showers. Written by Mike Reynolds, PhD.
$16.95

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Pocket Sky Atlas
5.0 / 5.0
The Pocket Sky Atlas is a wonderful celestial atlas with 80 detailed sky charts down to 7th magnitude. Includes more than 30,000 stars and 1,500 deep-sky objects, all in a compact form that is extremely easy to read, even with dim red light.
$19.95

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Double Stars For Small Telescopes Book
Double Stars for Small Telescopes features an in-depth catalog of 2,101 of the most interesting double or multiple stars bright enough to be seen in amateur telescopes. Includes details such as name, brightness, and separation distance.
$29.95

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Patterns in the Sky
4.0 / 5.0
An excellent introduction to stargazing, Patterns in the Sky provides descriptions of nearly 50 constellations with clear and easy-to-read star charts. It identifies bright stars and other showpiece deep-sky objects visible to the naked eye.
$12.95

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Discover the Moon Astronomy Book
5.0 / 5.0
Discover the Moon is good for beginning and intermediate observers who what to learn more about the moon's surface and what can be seen. There are 14 observing sessions included that take place through the month as the moon waxes and wanes.
$24.99

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Discover The Stars Beginner's Astronomy Guidebook
4.0 / 5.0
A wonderful tour of the constellations, Discover the Stars is a good companion for beginning stargazers. Includes 12 all sky charts showing the night sky each month, and 23 more detailed charts showing interesting objects within each constellation.
$16.00

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Sun Observer's Guide Astronomy Book
Did you know there's a way to enjoy this hobby without losing sleep? View the sun with a solar filter! This is a practical guide to how to view the sun safely, in both visible (white) light and other wavelengths. Includes sections on photography.
$14.95

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Star Watch Beginner's Astronomy Guidebook
Have you just bought your telescope and need some help finding objects to observe? Star Watch is an ideal choice to help you locate and view the best objects visible in the night sky. Each object is described in detail, and includes finder charts.
$16.95

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Turn Left at Orion Astronomy Book
4.5 / 5.0
If you only get one book to go along with your new telescope, make sure it's Turn Left at Orion! The perfect companion guide, it includes maps to nearly 100 of the best objects, and drawings depicting what they will look like through your telescope.
$24.95

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NightWatch Astronomy Book, 4th Edition
5.0 / 5.0
The perfect textbook for the Astronomy hobby, only more interesting than most textbooks! Nightwatch discusses equipment used in the hobby, finding objects in the night sky, and a whole section on photographing the sky with your telescope.
$29.95

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Observing the Moon Educational Astronomy Book
Observing the Moon has everything you need to know about observing, photographing and sketching the lunar surface through your telescope. A very practical guide with tips and illustrations to keep you busy enjoying our closest celetial neighbor!
$39.95

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Binocular Stargazing Astronomy Book
4.0 / 5.0
Binocular Stargazing teaches you how to choose and use binoculars for viewing celestial objects. It's amazing how much can be seen in the sky just with a pair of binoculars, and this book entertains and challenges you as you observe the night sky.
$12.95

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Sky Atlas for Small Telescopes & Binoculars
5.0 / 5.0
The Sky Atlas for Small Telescopes and Binoculars is a great companion guide for the beginner astronomer. Includes 8 two-color charts of the entire sky down to 6th magnitude stars, with dozens of interesting objects plotted on each page.
$13.95

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Celestial Sampler: 60 Small-Scope Telescope Tours
5.0 / 5.0
Celestial Sampler is a compilation of oberving articles from Sky and Telescope, and guides you through a myriad of objects and how to find them easily. Most all objects are visible with a 4" or smaller telescope - the perfect companion book!
$24.95

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Binocular Highlights Astronomy Book: 99 Celestial Sights
5.0 / 5.0
There's a great deal to see in the sky even with a pair of binoculars, and Binocular Highlights is a tour of those celestial sights. Includes detailed, easy to read maps, and four seasonal all-sky charts to get you looking in the right direction.
$24.95

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A Buyer's/User's Guide to Astronomical Telescopes Book
The thorough Buyers and Users Guide to Astronomical Telescopes and Binoculars provides you with information to help you wisely shop for telescopes and use them effectively. Includes detailed info on sources, selection and use of astronomy equipment.
$25.95

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