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Astronomers: more books (100)

The Backyard Astronomer's Guide by Terence Dickinson, Alan Dyer, 2008-09-12
The Practical Astronomer by DK Publishing, 2010-05-17
God and the Astronomers Second Edition by Robert Jastrow, 2000-07
Practical Statistics for Astronomers (Cambridge Observing Handbooks for Research Astronomers) by J. V. Wall, C. R. Jenkins, 2003-11-17
Star Ware: The Amateur Astronomer's Guide to Choosing, Buying, and Using Telescopes and Accessories by Philip S. Harrington, 2007-04-20
When I Heard the Learn'd Astronomer (Golden Kite Honors) by Walt Whitman, 2004-10-26
The Practical Astronomer's Deep-sky Companion by Jess K. Gilmour, 2002-12-05
Amateur Astronomer's Handbook by J. B. Sidgwick, 1981-01-01
The Astronomer: A Novel of Suspense by Lawrence Goldstone, 2010-05-11
The Virtue of Heresy: Confessions of a Dissident Astronomer, Second Edition, Revised and Updated by Hilton Ratcliffe, 2008-07-18
The Prophet and the Astronomer: Apocalyptic Science and the End of the World by Marcelo Gleiser, 2003-07-21
Light Hearted Astronomer by Ken Fulton, 1984-06
The Amateur Astronomer's Handbook by James Muirden, 1987-09
Star-Hopping for Backyard Astronomers by Alan M. MacRobert, 1994-03

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Info For Beginners
The first and best advice to beginning astronomers is to find anastronomy clubto join. Recommendations for Beginning astronomers by Jay Freeman
http://www.sjaa.net/beginner.html

Extractions: Beginning Astronomers The first and best advice to beginning astronomers is to find an astronomy club to join. There are surprisingly many. You will findfriendly folks, lots of good advice and get a chance to look thru avariety of binoculars and telescopes to help you determine what's bestfor you. Don't be afraid to ask "dumb" questions. You can't learnunless you ask and besides it gives the old-timers a chance to showoff :-) Here, in no particular order, are some more bits of helpful information: Recommendations for Beginning Astronomers by Jay Freeman Astronomical Telescope Eyepieces by Jay Freeman Purchasing Amateur Telescopes FAQ via Google The Heretic's Guide to Purchasing a Telescope by Mike Edelman Telescope Buying Tips by Paul Mortfield Binocular Advice by Jay Freeman Telescope Basics from Celestron How to pick a telescope from Astronomics Advice to Beginners from Company Seven Your First Steps in Astronomy Astronomy Magazine Amateur Astronomy Magazine Jim Van Nuland's page for beginners. ... Beginner's advice from Matthew Buynoski Just Starting Out in Astronomy?
Welcome To The Roper Mountain Astronomers' Website
In Greenville, South Carolina, provides calendar, star parties, news, astrophotography, outreach program, and newsletter.
http://www.rmastro.com/
History Of Astronomy
Short biographies of several less well known British astronomers.
http://www.mikeoates.org/astro-history/

Extractions: A site devoted to information about historical figures in astronomy that could not be found else where on the internet. If you have found your self in the position of searching the web to find some information or a photo of an historical figure in astronomy and was unsuccessful, and you may have had to do your own research. I would be very interested in using what ever material that wish to send me for use on the site. This will then helps others in the future, and avoid duplicating another persons research. If you have information that I may use on this site, please contact Thank you. Current list of astronomical figures on this site. Also visit The Society For The History Of Astronomy
Famous Astronomers
astronomers are listed chronologically. To find more information about these scientists, Many of the astronomers on this page were also physicists,
http://physics.unr.edu/grad/welser/astro/astronomers.html

Extractions: Astronomers are listed chronologically. To find more information about these scientists, please visit Famous Astronomers and Astrophysicists and click on that page's links. Many of the astronomers on this page were also physicists, mathematicians, and philosophers, but their contributions listed here are limited to those specific to astronomy and astrophysics. Thales (624-547 B.C., Ionian) was a Greek philosopher who traveled widely in Mesopotamia and Egypt, and brought astronomical records from these cultures back to Greece. He believed that the Earth is a disk floating on an endless ocean. Legend has it that he correctly predicted a solar eclipse in the year 585 B.C. Anaximander (611-547 B.C., Ionian) was a Greek philosopher who made the first detailed maps of the Earth and the sky. He knew that the Earth was round, and believed that it was free-floating and unsupported. He measured its circumference, and was the first to put forward the idea that celestial bodies make full circles in their orbits. One of his greatest contributions was the fact that he was the first to conceptualize space as having depth. Pythagoras (569-475 B.C., Ionian)
Back Bay Amateur Astronomers
A page by a group of astronomers fighting the problem.
http://groups.hamptonroads.com/pages1.cfm?page_id=3963
Rainwater Observatory & Planetarium
Of French Camp, Mississippi. Primarily focused on education for amateur astronomers, school science classes, or local community groups.
http://www.rainwaterobservatory.org/
Sky Time Inc.
Offers the unique Solunar Watch with numerous features for astronomers.
http://www.skytimeonline.com/

Extractions: We dont call this The Smartest Watch on Earth for nothing. This computer contro l l ed ana l og and digita l watch te l l s time in four simu l taneous time zones. It predicts Sun rise, Sun set, Moon rise, Moon set and Moon phase for 500 preprogramed cities or any location on earth. There are 26 unique features bui l t into this stunning time piece. These inc l ude A l arms, Stop watch, Counter and 24 hour time. You can have more computing power on your wrist than Neil Armstrong had on board The Lunar lander that took him to the surface of the moon. C l ick on About Sky Time to see much more. Idea l for Trave l ers, Astronomers and Air Crew. C l ick on "Lifestyles."
Cosmic Voyage-The Online Resource For Amateur Astronomers
Cosmic Voyage is for amateur astronomers, offering advice for beginners, deepsky and planetary observing sections with sketches, a glossary of astronomical
http://www.cosmic-voyage.net/
Bruce Johnston Computing
commercial DOS, Win3.1 CCD image processing software for amateur astronomers. Handles most file and camera formats. Allows tricolor imaging and 'track-and-stack as well'.
http://members.aol.com/bjohns7764/

Extractions: A guided tour of ..... "The SuperFix package" of Image Processing software. If you are beginning your tour for the first time, begin it here. Some of the information on M ega F ix is presented, assuming you are familiar with "The SuperFix Package"....... to keep you from having to put up with a lot of duplicated information. So go visit...... Then come on back and continue your tour with M ega F ix "M ega F ix Advanced Image Processing software. NOTICE!!
Advice For New Astronomers
Discusses telescopes, types, buying, and accessories.
http://www.scopereviews.com/begin.html

Extractions: By Ed Ting Updated 2/2/02 So, you've decided to take the plunge and buy a telescope congratulations! Astronomy can be a life long pleasure, with the right equipment. But what to buy? And how do you not wind up with a room that looks like the above? There's more equipment out there than ever before. This article will attempt to make some sense out of the seemingly huge selection of scopes and accessories. Ready? Good. Let's begin. First of all, some words of advice: 1) Learn to spot a few constellations and maybe a planet or two with the naked eye. If you can't point to M42, how do you expect to able to point a telescope (which has a much narrower field of view) there? 2) Subscribe to one of the two major magazines, Sky and Telescope or Astronomy. These will get you started not only with finding celestial objects, it will also acquaint you with the variety of equipment out there. Don't buy anything yet! 3) Join if you know how to use them.
ANDROMEDA OPTICS HOME PAGE
Astronomical telescopes, binoculars and accessories for amateur astronomers. Located in Ireland.
http://www.andromedaoptics.com/
New Planet
astronomers at Palomar Observatory Discover a 10th Planet Beyond Pluto Some astronomers have rather desperately attempted to concoct solutions which
http://www.gps.caltech.edu/~mbrown/planetlila/

Extractions: The permanent name of the new planet is currently in limbo while committees decide its fate . For those speculating that the name will be "Lila" based on the web site name I must warn you that that is really just a sentimental dad's early-morning-after-no-sleep naming of a web site for his three week old daughter and one should not take it too seriously! Reports that the name is to be "Xena" come from a misreading of an article in the New York Times in which we discuss our internal code names that we use before we publically announce the existence of the objects. Other code names have been "Santa" (2003 EL61), "Easterbunny" (2005 FY9) and "Flying Dutchman" (Sedna). Those are not intended to stick, though we have become fond of all of them.
Astronomy
Great Western astronomers Reminder Perseid Meteor Shower Campout Fri Aug 12, The Great Western astronomers Observing Group And Telescope Club is the
http://gwastro.blogspot.com/

Extractions: Success reported for observing the Mid Pacific ocean total Solar Eclipse on board the MV Discovery. A certain amount of luck was involved, since the ship was not well-suited for open ocean cruising. Several hundred Astronomers were aboard. Moorea, Pitcairn, and Easter Island were scheduled stops, the cruise ended in Pisco/Lima Peru and a land extension to Machu Picchu. More Astronomy related activities are in the offing for the 2005 Summer/Fall seasons.
Important Astronomers, Their Instruments And Discoveries 1
From the merket to the reflecting telescope in three pages.
http://seds.lpl.arizona.edu/billa/psc/hist1.html

Extractions: Important Astronomers, their Instruments and Discoveries by Paul M. Rybski Part 1 Pre-telescopic Instruments, their Inventors and Users Babylonian observations (1500 BC?) recorded solar and lunar eclipses as well as planetary observations using merkets and waterclocks. Macedonian philosopher Thales of Miletus (575-532 BC?) predicted a solar eclipse using Babylonian observations and mapped out constellations to aid navigation. Alexandrian astronomer Eratosthenes (260-201 BC?) measured the circumference of the Earth using comparative shadow rod measurements in two places and knowledge of the distance between them. Alexandrian astronomers Aristillus and Timocharis charted the positions of the brighter stars (284 BC), producing the first star catalog using a Cross-staff. Aristarchus of Samos (250 BC?) calculated the distance of the Sun from the Earth and the Moon and Sun's sizes relative to Earth by observations during solar and lunar eclipses and at first quarter Moon using a Cross-staff. Eratosthenes (204 BC) catalogued more than seven hundred stars using one, and possibly two, armillary spheres.
CBS News | Astronomers Discover 10th Planet | July 30, 2005 00:30:02
astronomers do not know the new planet s exact size, but its brightness shows that (CBS/AP) astronomers announced Friday that they have discovered a new
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2005/07/29/tech/main712859.shtml
Arty The Part-Time Astronaut
An interactive adventure for young astronomers guiding Arty and his alien friend Greg through our solar system.
http://www.artyastro.com/

Extractions: If this page doesn't come up in 5 seconds click here? Travel on a learning quest through our solar system. Learn about all nine planets. A kid's astronomy site with animations, activities, and games for the future astronomer and astronaut.An animated fun adventure through space and our solar system. Travel to all nine planets. This astronomy Mac/PC CD-ROM is packed with many activities and games. For the future astronaut or astronomer. 3 pounds press. Check out Arty the part-time Astronaut. We are going into our second successful year of entertaining and teaching kids about space. Join Arty and his new-found alien friend, Guplo, on their learning quest through our solar system. Visit and learn about all nine planets. Discover how much you would weigh and how old you would be if you lived on other planets. This Macromedia Flash 4 site is packed with animations, activities, and games. This fun filled site is for the future astronomer and astronaut. Have fun! Eddie Carbin http://www.artyastro.com/start.htm
Toronto Sidewalk Astronomers Homepage
Thanks for visiting the Toronto Sidewalk astronomers Homepage. Currently, we ve scattered to the four winds and so except for the occasional random outing
http://hven.swarthmore.edu/~burns/TSA.html

Extractions: Thanks for visiting the Toronto Sidewalk Astronomers Homepage. Currently, we've scattered to the four winds and so except for the occasional random outing we have for nostalgia's sake, TSA is officially disbanded. If you're interested in "taking over" and want this web-page for your own (it's pretty well established with the search engines), please email me. And who knows, maybe we'll be back some day to make pains of ourselves. TSA can still do virtual outreach! Do you have a question about astronomy you'd like to have answered? If so, visit our Ask an Astronomer page. Also, we have a budding FAQ , based on your questions. Maintained by Chris Burns, University of Toronto
43 Degrees South Astro
Produces solar filters and binocular mounts for amateur astronomers. Located in New Zealand.
http://home.clear.net.nz/pages/43s_astro/
USATODAY.com - Astronomers Claim Discovery Of 10th Planet
astronomers announced Friday that they have discovered a new planet larger than Pluto in orbit around the sun, likely renewing debate over what exactly is a
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/science/space/2005-07-29-planet_x.htm?csp=34
Chesapeake Optics
Retail and online source of telescopes, binoculars, spotting scopes, and accessories. Catering to amateur astronomers, stargazers, bird watchers, boaters, or anyone who needs highquality optics. Located in Maryland.
http://www.chesapeakeoptics.com/

Extractions: Chesapeake Optics opened its doors back in December of 2003, and after seven months of serving local astronomers, birdwatchers, and boaters, we're opening our online store. It may take a while to get all the inventory in, so if you don't see what you're looking for, give us a call. And the inventory will continue to grow because we're still picking up new product lines. Take a look around the site and let us know what you think. You can also sign up for the newsletter. I guarantee your email address will be kept private, and we won't swamp you with emails. The newsletter itself will be small and no more frequent than monthly. Thanks for stopping by.

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