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A superb guidebook described in Bookwatch as 'the home astronomer's "bible"', Turn Left at Orion provides all the information beginning amateur ast... read full description

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Oct 31, 2010
Pete rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Mostly written for the northern hemisphere observer, 'Turn left at Orion', is set out through the seasons. What I like most about this work is the size of the star maps. These maps are set out from naked eye view, then to spotter scope image, and finally a scope eyepiece view. It really is written and set out for the amateur astronomer with binoculars or a 3 inch refracting scope in mind, and is an excellent aid to go star hopping and locate the feint fuzzies of galaxies, star clusters and ne More...
Dec 29, 2010
Derrek rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Excellent guidebook to the cosmos. If you're an amateur stargazer this book needs to be in your collection. It offers lots of information about each celestial object in the sky, how to find it and what to expect it to look like through both a telescope and binoculars. Highly recommended.
Dec 16, 2009
Gabriel rated it: 4 of 5 stars
In my opinion, a wonderful resource for novices. The guidebook is wisely geared toward beginning astronomers with mediocre equipment in light-heavy situations, people who certainly are going to need some help. I found the maps helpful and easy to follow, and the celestial objects worth looking for. The descriptions are also intriguing, conveying a true passion for the stars and helping me at least appreciate what "swims into my ken." Definately a must for anyone who wants a broader rep More...
Jun 30, 2007
jer1ch0 rated it: 3 of 5 stars
I will give a better review later.
This book is excellent for anyone who has just bought a telescope. Do not buy it unless you have bought one.
It gives very clear and concise instructions about finding different stars, constellations and other astronomical sights.
it's like an atlas for the night sky.
More later.
Jun 16, 2011
Sin rated it: 5 of 5 stars
A must-have with your first telescope.
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