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Turn Left at Orion : A Hundred Night Sky Objects to See in a Small Telescope - And How to Find Them by Dan M. Davis and Guy J. Consolmagno (2000, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherCambridge University Press
ISBN-100521781906
ISBN-139780521781909
eBay Product ID (ePID)1681073
Product Key Features
Edition3
Book TitleTurn Left at Orion : A Hundred Night Sky Objects to See in a Small Telescope - And How to Find Them
Number of Pages224 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicSky Observation, Astronomy
Publication Year2000
FeaturesRevised
IllustratorYes
GenreNature, Science
AuthorDan M. Davis, Guy J. Consolmagno
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight39.3 Oz
Item Length11.2 in
Item Width9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN99-086087
Dewey Edition21
Reviews'If you have difficulty finding objects, perhaps the person who gave you the telescope forgot to give you a good set of star maps. I'd recommend Turn Left at Orion. With it and a telescope of practically any size, you'll find plenty to see.' Tom Burns, Columbus (Ohio), 'Wonderful … it is one of those books about which you say, 'If only I had something like this when I was a beginner'.' Journal of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific, 'I think the format is perfect for beginners but even more advanced observers may learn a thing or two. It's like having one of the KAS's many experts right next to you at your 'scope! It is commonly available in bookstores and libraries (including the KAS library). Two thumbs up (both of mine).' Cloudy Nights Telescope Reviews, 'Turn Left at Orion has all the qualifications of a good beginner’s guidebook. It makes observing deep-sky objects easier, and most of the objects listed can be seen from the city. More importantly, it makes observing FUN!’Kathy Anderson, The Reflector, The Astronomical League Newsletter, 'No telescope owner should be without this classic (now updated) amateur astronomy manual.’Jamie Love, Science Explained, 'No telescope owner should be without this classic (now updated) amateur astronomy manual.'Jamie Love, Science Explained, 'Turn Left at Orion is the most user friendly field guide I have ever come across.' The Eyepiece, Neville (Wisconsin) Public Museum Astronomical Society, 'Turn Left at Orion is the most user friendly field guide I have ever come across.’The Eyepiece, Neville (Wisconsin) Public Museum Astronomical Society, 'When and if you buy that first telescope, you should get Turn Left at Orion’ .Battle Point Astronomical Association, Bainbridge Island, Washington, "...for those intent on doing some serious observing with a small telescope, Turn Left at Orion has much to recommend it." Stardust, 'Turn Left at Orion has all the qualifications of a good beginner's guidebook. It makes observing deep-sky objects easier, and most of the objects listed can be seen from the city. More importantly, it makes observing FUN!' Kathy Anderson, The Reflector, The Astronomical League Newsletter, 'When and if you buy that first telescope, you should get Turn Left at Orion' . Battle Point Astronomical Association, Bainbridge Island, Washington, 'When and if you buy that first telescope, you should get Turn Left at Orion' .Battle Point Astronomical Association, Bainbridge Island, Washington, 'This is a GREAT BOOK! ... This book is unique, with easy, clear directions on how to find these celestial objects, the best conditions, and what you will see. Consolmagno and Davis do a terrific job.' Colin Haig, Event Horizon, Hamilton (Ontario) Amateur Astronomers Newsletter, "...an excellent book for small telescope users...As the resurgence in small telescopes continues, this book will be of use to all users of such instruments. Since many of the objects covered in Turn Left at Orion can be seen from light-polluted skies, this book is a valuable asset even if you live in a large urban area." Deep Sky, 'Stars all look pretty much the same, but this book tells you how to find unusual, deep-sky objects, such as the ring Nebula, which looks like a perfect smoke ring. Other guides simply don't provide this. Part of the excitement of astronomy is finding things; this book is invaluable.' Tom Parker, The Times, 'Wonderful ... it is one of those books about which you say, 'If only I had something like this when I was a beginner'.' Journal of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific, 'This book is an ideal catalog of just the kinds of wonders in the sky that we like to show the public in any of the telescopes at our AAAA public star parties …' Newsletter of the Ames (Iowa) Area Amateur Astronomers, 'Turn Left at Orion is the most user friendly field guide I have ever come across.'The Eyepiece, Neville (Wisconsin) Public Museum Astronomical Society, 'This book is an ideal catalog of just the kinds of wonders in the sky that we like to show the public in any of the telescopes at our AAAA public star parties...' Newsletter of the Ames (Iowa) Area Amateur Astronomers, 'Turn Left at Orion is the most user friendly field guide I have ever come across.' Neville (Wisconsin) Public Museum Astronomical Society, The Eyepiece, 'This is a GREAT BOOK! … This book is unique, with easy, clear directions on how to find these celestial objects, the best conditions, and what you will see. Consolmagno and Davis do a terrific job.' Colin Haig, Event Horizon, Hamilton (Ontario) Amateur Astronomers Newsletter, "I think the format is perfect for beginners but even more advanced observers may learn a thing or two. It's like having one of the KAS's many experts right next to you at your 'scope! It is commonly available in bookstores and libraries (including the KAS library). Two thumbs up (both of mine)." - Robert Havira, Cloudy Nights Telescope Reviews, 'No telescope owner should be without this classic (now updated) amateur astronomy manual.' Jamie Love, Science Explained, "...should be packaged with every first telescope. It's as nearly perfect as such a book can be." Sky & Telescope
Dewey Decimal523
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
Table Of Content1. How do you get to Albireo?; 2. How to use this book; 3. The Moon; 4. The planets; 5. Seasonal objects: Winter; 6. Seasonal objects: Spring; 7. Seasonal objects: Summer; 8. Seasonal objects: Autumn; 9. Southern hemisphere objects; 10. How to run a telescope; 11. Where do we go from here?; Glossary; Tables; Index; Acknowledgements.
SynopsisA guidebook for beginning amateur astronomers, Turn Left at Orion provides all the information you need to observe the Moon, the planets and a whole host of celestial objects. Large format diagrams show these objects exactly as they appear in a small telescope and for each object there is information on the current state of our astronomical knowledge. Revised and updated, this new edition contains a chapter describing spectacular deep sky objects visible from the southern hemisphere, and tips on observing the upcoming transits of Venus. It also includes a discussion of Dobsonian telescopes, with hints on using personal computers and the internet as aids for planning an observing session. Unlike many guides to the night sky, this book is specifically written for observers using small telescopes. Clear and easy-to-use, this fascinating book will appeal to skywatchers of all ages and backgrounds. No previous knowledge of astronomy is needed., A guidebook for beginning amateur astronomers, specifically written for observers using small telescopes. It contains all the information needed to find over a hundred celestial objects in both the northern and southern hemisphere, and contains accurate diagrams showing how these objects will appear in a small telescope., A superb guidebook described in Bookwatch as 'the home astronomer's "bible"', Turn Left at Orion provides all the information beginning amateur astronomers need to observe the Moon, the planets and a whole host of celestial objects. Large format diagrams show these objects exactly as they appear in a small telescope and for each object there is information on the current state of our astronomical knowledge. Revised and updated, this new edition contains a chapter with ten new spreads describing spectacular deep sky objects visible from the southern hemisphere, and tips on observing the upcoming transits of Venus. It also discusses Dobsonian telescopes, with hints on using personal computers and the Internet as aids for planning an observing session. Also new to this edition are redrawn "Guidepost" figures at the beginning of each season chapter that allow readers to visualize a three-dimensional view of the sky's dome; redesigned seasonal object layouts that provide more space for the naked-eye charts; a new spread on double stars near Bootes has been added to Spring, replacing the "Shrinking Double" spread; and a unique "When and Where to Look" table has been added to the last page, among other new features. Unlike many guides to the night sky, this book is specifically written for observers using small telescopes. Clear and easy to use, this fascinating book will appeal to skywatchers of all ages and backgrounds. No previous knowledge of astronomy is needed., A superb guidebook described in Bookwatch as 'the home astronomer's "bible"', Turn Left at Orion provides all the information beginning amateur astronomers need to observe the Moon, the planets and a whole host of celestial objects. Large format diagrams show these objects exactly as they appear in a small telescope and for each object there is information on the current state of our astronomical knowledge. Revised and updated, this new edition contains a chapter with ten new spreads describing spectacular deep sky objects visible from the southern hemisphere, and tips on observing the upcoming transits of Venus. It also discusses Dobsonian telescopes, with hints on using personal computers and the Internet as aids for planning an observing session. Also new to this edition are redrawn "Guidepost" figures at the beginning of each season chapter that allow readers to visualize a three-dimensional view of the sky's dome; redesigned seasonal object layouts that provide more space for the naked-eye charts; a new spread on double stars near Boötes has been added to Spring, replacing the "Shrinking Double" spread; and a unique "When and Where to Look" table has been added to the last page, among other new features. Unlike many guides to the night sky, this book is specifically written for observers using small telescopes. Clear and easy to use, this fascinating book will appeal to skywatchers of all ages and backgrounds. No previous knowledge of astronomy is needed.
LC Classification NumberQB63 .C69 2000
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- 23 May, 2018
great book for any level of astronomy.
i should of purchased this book over 20 years ago, when i got my first real telescope it is real easy to use, the detailed images of the galaxies, clusters, planets and the moon and other deep space objects are easy to find, this book is well detailed too use with any size telescope small or large aperture size scope or binoculars, like i said i should of purchased this book 20 years ago.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 02 Dec, 2016
Good value, with limitations.
The third edition of Turn Left at Orion is generally available considerably cheaper than the fourth edition, but has some drawbacks. It's hardback, and is thus more durable than the spiral-bound (I own both and have accidentally torn several pages from the fourth edition when it slid out of my lap sitting at my telescope). Much of the content is the same, but the fourth edition has larger "where to look" diagrams and better finder scope diagrams. I like the more detailed night-by-night "guided tour" of the moon from the fourth edition. Another difference is that the moon images in the fourth edition are correct images while the third edition has mirror images as seen in a mirror diagonal. All in all a good value and useful as a backup or loaner book if you have the fourth edition.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 03 Feb, 2021
Very clear, accurate and easy to read.
Very detailed. I bought this because it was highly recommended by a lot of people. The information is clear and easy to read.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 14 Jan, 2023
Excellent
This is one of the books highly recommended by most experienced amateur astronomers and it didn't disappoint. It focuses on what can be seen with small telescopes, but is good for anyone starting out.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 04 Sep, 2019
Excellent go to on Astronomy
Wonderful and helpful Book. Thank you.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 01 Apr, 2020
Great book as described
Used book as described and in good shape.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 13 Nov, 2017
Book
Great help in finding objects that I can see with my 4 inch Celestron refractor.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 19 May, 2021
Excellent book.
Excellent book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 27 Sep, 2020
Ok
Map to night skyVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
