A Simple Guide to Telescopes, Spotting Scopes, and Binoculars - Nevertheless. the world of telescopes, spotting scopes, and binoculars can be quite daunting to the uninitiated. Part buyer's guide, part instruction manual, this one-of-a-kind reference sorts out all the essential details.
Not only will readers receive a foundation in such basics as telescope types, accessories, adjustments, and maintenance, they'll also discover tested techniques for successful viewing at sporting events, viewing landscapes and terrain, as well as basic star gazing. Finally, star charts and other astronomy references show readers how to navigate around the heavens and photograph specific objects in the night sky.
About the Author: Bill Corbett, author of the Amphoto best-seller A Simple Guide to Digital Photography, is a professional photographer and writer. He lives in Australia.
