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The Time Traveler’s Almanac: A Time Travel Anthology

James Miller — Mon, 08 Apr 2019 15:22:07 +0000

The Time Traveler’s Almanac is the latest in a long line of thrilling science fiction literature that deals with the absorbing genre of time travel. Edited by Ann and Jeff VanderMeer, the world-renowned anthologists have ...

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Deep-Sky Companions: The Messier Objects

James Miller — Sun, 28 Feb 2016 12:18:32 +0000

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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The Backyard Astronomer’s Guide

James Miller — Wed, 24 Feb 2016 16:12:37 +0000

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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Higher Speculations

James Miller — Fri, 19 Feb 2016 16:20:27 +0000

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 ...

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First Magnitude

James Miller — Fri, 19 Feb 2016 15:52:40 +0000

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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NightWatch: A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe

James Miller — Sun, 31 Jan 2016 18:46:48 +0000

When you first set out on your stargazing journey, just seeing the night sky up close with a telescope can give you a deeply satisfying appreciation of the wonders of the universe. However, as you ...

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Turn Left at Orion

James Miller — Sun, 31 Jan 2016 18:17:34 +0000

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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Bad Astronomy: Misconceptions and Misuses Revealed

James Miller — Sun, 31 Jan 2016 17:54:55 +0000

Astronomy has opened the doors of understanding to the larger universe that surrounds us. It has sparked our curiosity and fueled our drive to explore, and it has led to the discovery of many scientific ...

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20 Recommended Astronomy Books

James Miller — Sat, 02 Jan 2016 15:33:45 +0000

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 ...

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Book Review: The Zarkon Principle

James Miller — Thu, 06 Nov 2014 02:51:23 +0000

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 ...

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