by John A. Read (Author)
50 Things to See with a Small Telescope explores the planets, stars, galaxies and nebulae visible from your own backyard The book includes easy to follow star maps and eclipse charts updated through the year 2030. With the "Telescope View" feature, you will see how objects appear when viewed through a small telescope. This book will help you: - Choose the telescope that's right for your budget - Identify prominent stars and major constellations - See bright nebulae and globular clusters - Explore the Moon and planets - View comets and asteroids - Track the Space Station and spot satellite flairs - So much more
Author Biography
John Read is an amateur astronomer, pilot, artist, and writer living in Northern California. His primary interest is sharing his love of astronomy at outreach events all over the San Francisco Bay Area.