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Book Reviews

Deep-Sky Companions: The Messier Objects

February 28, 2016 James Miller 0

When you have an advanced or high quality beginner’s telescope, you are able to see things beyond the bright sky objects that are readily visible using lower priced telescopes and binoculars. These objects are often […]

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Book Reviews

The Backyard Astronomer’s Guide

February 24, 2016 James Miller 0

Terence Dickinson is considered to be one of the leading writer of astronomy books for amateurs. His first book, NightWatch: A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe is amongst the best beginners guides to astronomy […]

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Book Reviews

Higher Speculations

February 19, 2016 James Miller 0

For centuries, people have been fascinated by the night sky and wondered what exactly they were seeing. Scientific advances subsequently made it easier for astronomers to observe the heavens, and develop theories better explaining the […]

Starry Night
Book Reviews

First Magnitude

February 19, 2016 James Miller 0

When you’re new to stargazing, the amount of objects that you can see with a telescope even on its lowest settings is truly astounding. Novices often end up simply staring in awe, unable to identify […]

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Book Reviews

Turn Left at Orion

January 31, 2016 James Miller 1

Many people yearn to know more about the universe and love the idea of purchasing a telescope to stargaze in their backyard. For many people, though, that passion is never fulfilled. While thousands of telescopes […]

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Astronomy Lists

20 Recommended Astronomy Books

January 2, 2016 James Miller 4

There are thousands of internet resources that serve the interests of the majority of most amateur astronomers most of the time. However, some types of information can only be obtained from old-style paper books. It […]

Psychedelic
Book Reviews

Book Review: The Zarkon Principle

November 6, 2014 James Miller 4

The Zarkon Principle: Can Man Become a God? Published by Everest Books Ltd., 4 Valentine Place, London First Edition 1974 One of the most mysterious books I remember reading as a boy was a 1974 […]