Celestron Collins Guide to Observing the Night Sky

A practical introduction to astronomy, the Collins Observing the Night Sky guide supplied by Celestron brings together clear advice for anyone starting to explore the night sky. Published by Collins in conjunction with the Royal Observatory Greenwich and written by Tom Kerss and Radmila Topalova, this A5 paperback is particularly well suited to new telescope owners, while also covering binocular use and general stargazing.

Its pocket-sized format makes it easy to keep close at hand when planning an evening’s observing or learning the basics at home. The guide covers understanding stargazing, planning sessions with the naked eye, choosing binoculars and telescopes, and identifying what can be seen in the Solar System and the wider galaxy. It also includes guidance on taking pictures, with dedicated coverage of lunar astrophotography and photographing the Moon.

Key features

• A5 paperback astronomy guide
• Written by Tom Kerss and Radmila Topalova
• Published by Collins in conjunction with the Royal Observatory Greenwich
• Covers stargazing, telescope and binocular selection, and observing the Moon, planets and the Solar System
• Includes guidance on taking pictures and lunar astrophotography
• Weight: 0. 20kg
• Model number: 93735-CGL

Specifications

• Product type: Night sky navigation guide
• Format: Paperback
• Size: A5
• Weight: 0. 20kg

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