General Astronomy Books

Exploring the Night Sky with Binoculars By David Chandler & Co.

David Chandler & Co. Exploring the Night Sky with Binoculars.
This book was written to be a companion handbook for The Night Sky, serving as a general introduction to observational astronomy. It covers both what can be seen in the sky and the significance of what is seen.

$7.95

Sky Atlas for Small Telescopes and Binoculars By David Chandler & Co.

David Chandler & Co. Sky Atlas for Small Telescopes and Binoculars was written to fill a special need. More 2.5" (60mm) telescopes are sold each year than any other kind, but most star atlases assume at least a 6" or 8" telescope. Featuring nearly 200 deep sky objects selected for visibility in a 2.5" telescope or simple binoculars, this atlas is designed to help you do just that.

$12.95

Cosmic Decoders Card Game By Astronomical Soc. of Pacific

The Cosmic Decoders deck of 52 cards features beautiful color images of Deep space Objects and includes the object's name, distance from the Earth in light years, type of object, and the constellation it is found in.

$12.95

2010 Astronomy Calendar By Cincinnati Observatory

The Cincinnati Observatory Center, in partnership with Xavier University of Cincinnati, has launched a calendar of Astro-images taken by members Fred Calvert, Steve Rismiller and Eric Africa. The calendar is a covers 16 months from October 2009 through January 2011.

$15.00

Our Galaxy and the Universe By Ken Press

What is a galaxy? How large are they? What is a nebula, globular cluster and black hole? Where are stars born? How big do they get? How do they die? Suitable for... Ages 9 through 13, Grades 4 through 7.

$15.95

Our Constellations and their Stars By Ken Press

Our Constellations and their Stars introduces youngsters to the wonders of astronomy by exploring the very stars they see in the night sky. Learning about them will occur naturally as they examine photographs and drawings, compare facts and follow the explanatory text. Suitable for... Ages 8 through 13, Grades 4 through 7.

$15.95

Finder Charts of Bright Objects By Sky Spot

Finder Charts of Bright Objects for use with Telrad

$15.99

Backyard Astronomy - Your Guide to Starhopping and Exploring the Universe By Sky Publishing

By Robert Burnham, Alan Dyer, Robert A. Garfinkle, Martin George, Jeff Kanipe, and David H. Levy. From the space program to CCD imaging to star-hopping, this beautifully illustrated Nature Company volume makes for a truly comprehensive guide to the heavens. An excellent resource for astronomy enthusiasts of all skill levels.

$16.95

Finder Charts of Overlooked Objects By Sky Spot

Finder Charts of Overlooked Objects for use with Telrad

$17.99

The Scientific American Book of Astronomy By Sky Publishing

Fifty-three of the most highly respected scientists in the world shed light on the deepest mysteries of the universe in these thirty-two illuminating, cutting-edge essays culled from the pages of Scientific American magazine.

$19.95

Touring the Universe By Ken Press

A large format book that is spiral bound to lie flat for easy use of its star charts. This book is divided into two parts. The “Armchair Tour” is an overview of our Solar System and beyond. It provides a basic understanding of the sky above us and the Universe as a whole. The “Self-Guided Tour” is the nuts and bolts for observing the heavens with your eyes, binoculars or a telescope.

$27.95

First Light Astronomy Kit By David Chandler & Co.

What does a beginner need to get off to a successful start observing the sky? First Light! It brings together The Night Sky, the uniquely designed low-distortion planisphere, Exploring the Night Sky with Binoculars, the award winning introduction to observational astronomy, and Sky Atlas for Small Telescopes and Binoculars, the sky atlas designed specifically for beginners with small optics.

$29.95

The Next Step: Finding & Viewing Messier's Objects By Ken Press

Written in an easy-to-understand style for the novice amateur astronomer. Includes a complete set of color star charts for locating every Messier Object and scale photographs, up-to-date information and easy-to-use spreads for each object. The book starts with a comprehensive history of Charles Messier including new historical information and pictures about the 18th century French astronomer.

$29.95

NightWatch: A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe, 4th Edition By Firefly Books

Fourth Edition: revised and expanded for use through 2018. The first three editions of NightWatch books sold more than 600,000 copies, making it the top-selling stargazing guide in the world for the last 20 years. The key feature of this classic title is the section of star charts that are cherished by backyard astronomers everywhere. Each new edition has outsold the previous one because of thorough revisions and additional new material.

$35.00

What’s Out Tonight? Celestial Almanac & Astronomy Field Guide 2000 to 2050 By Ken Press

This guide to the heavens is written for the beginner and packed with astronomical information. As a almanac, it provides the phases of the Moon, the location of the Planets and eclipses for the next 50 years. As a field guide, it helps you, step by step, to observe the Moon, Sun, eclipses, meteor showers, Planets, galaxies, nebulae, clusters, as well as double and variable stars.

$39.95

Astronomical Equipment for Amateurs By Sky Publishing

By Martin Mobberly. Here's a detailed introduction to the "nuts 'n' bolts" of backyard astronomy! Mobberley, a distinguished British amateur, distills the wisdom and experience of generations of skygazers into an information-packed guide to telescopes, eyepieces, binoculars, mountings, CCD cameras, and other equipment available to today's amateur astronomer.

$43.95

Lunar Prospector: Against All Odds By Ken Press

“Lunar Prospector, Against all Odds” is the Principal Investigator’s highly personal account of the endured triumphs, defeats, dirty politics, and ultimate success over the 13 years it took to accomplish the Lunar Prospector mission.

$44.95

Backyard Astronomer's Guide, 2nd Edition By Firefly Books

Backyard Astronomer's Guide, 2nd Edition. With more than 500 color photographs and illustrations, The Backyard Astronomer's Guide is one of the most beautiful -- and user-friendly -- astronomy books ever produced. By Terence Dickinson and Alan Dyer.

$49.95