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ADVANCED AMATEUR ASTRONOMY
GERALD NORTH · 1991 · 313 pgs
Although this book does discuss some advanced projects, in most areas it starts out with basic info for the beginning observer.
No. 432, Shelf A
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ASTRONOMY: A HANDBOOK
ROTH, et al · 1975 · 567 pgs
A detailed guide, with information on just about every kind of amateur observing and the equipment used.
No. 464, Shelf A
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ASTRONOMY AND SPACE, VOL 1
PATRICK MOORE, et al. · 1972 · 403 pgs
Compendium of articles from the journal ASTRONOMY & SPACE; diverse topics incl. history, solar system topics, observing projects, more.
No. 115, Shelf A
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ASTRONOMY AND SPACE, VOL 2
PATRICK MOORE, et al. · 1973 · 419 pgs
Vol. 2 of above: subjects incl. Mars, the Moon, stars, constellations, history, the solar system.
No. 116, Shelf A
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GETTING THE MEASURE OF THE STARS
COOPER & WALKER · 1989 · 293 pgs
Interesting book connects the scientific study of stars to what we, as amateurs, can observe of them; includes projects for the amateur.
No. 500, Shelf G
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GETTING THE MEASURE OF THE STARS
COOPER, WALKER · 1989 · 293 pgs
First explains stellar structure, evolution, esp. variables. Then, describes how to make variable star measurements, both visually and with photometers.
No. 871, Shelf G
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GRAZE OBSERVER’S HANDBOOK
HAROLD R. POVENMIRE · 1975 · 134 pgs
The Book on observing occultations where a star skims the edge of the moon. Recorded observations by amateurs have aided science.
No. 200, Shelf G
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GREAT SUNDIAL CUTOUT BOOK
ADZEMA & JONES · 1978 · 104 pgs
Good text on the history and theory of sundials, plus plans for a number of designs from cardboard.
No. 572, Shelf G
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MATHEMATICAL ASTRONOMY WITH A POCKET CALCULATOR
AUBREY JONES · 1978 · 254 pgs
Lots of different astronomical factors you can calculate, from fairly simple to really complex! An appendix tells how to make an inexpensive small telescope.
No. 526, Shelf M
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OBSERVATIONAL ASTRONOMY FOR AMATEURS
FOURTH EDITION
J.B. SIDGWICK · 1982 · 348 pgs
Handbook of observing techniques, both basic and advanced, for solar system objects and stars.
No. 763, Shelf O
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OBSERVE METEORS
ALPO METEOR OBSERVER’S GUIDE
LEVY & EDBERG · 1986 · 56 pgs
Practical handbook for meteor observing, including how to keep and submit records which have scientific value.
No. 256, Shelf O
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OBSERVING EARTH SATELLITES
DESMOND KING-HELE · 1983 · 184 pgs
Very informative work on satellites and methods for locating, observing, identifying and recording them.
No. 258, Shelf O
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OBSERVING VARIABLE STARS
A GUIDE FOR THE BEGINNER
DAVID H. LEVY · 1989 · 198 pgs
Excellent guide to observing variable stars, written in a clear, fun and encouraging style. Includes recommended stars across the sky.
No. 395, Shelf O
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RADIO ASTRONOMY AND HOW TO BUILD YOUR OWN TELESCOPE
JOHN HEYWOOD · 1963 · 157 pgs
While it is perhaps unlikely that you would use vacuum tube equipment, this book’s outlines of equipment & techniques still have value.
No. 285, Shelf R
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SEEING THE DEEP SKY
TELESCOPIC ASTRONOMY BEYOND THE SOLAR SYSYTEM
FRED SCHAFF · 1992 · 206 pgs
A nice connection of explaining stellar evolution while looking at the universe observable with an amateur’s telescope. Learn about what you see!
No. 494, Shelf S