Cambridge University Press

A Walk through the Heavens is a beautiful and easy-to-use guide to the constellations of the northern hemisphere.

A Walk through the Southern Sky is a beautifully illustrated guide to the stars and constellations of the southern hemisphere.

Step by step guide to observing variable stars with a CCD camera Aimed at the complete newcomer to variable stars.

Features improved star charts for helping you find the objects, a much more robust telling of the history behind their discovery - including a glimpse into Messier's fascinating life.

This guide is ideal for astrophotographers who wish to develop their skills using DSLR cameras and as a friendly introduction to amateur astronomers or photographers curious about photographing the night sky.

Updated to include all of the latest developments in CCDs, this second edition of the Handbook of CCD Astronomy is a concise and accessible reference on all practical aspects of using CCDs.

How to Use a Computerized Telescope is the first handbook that describes how to get your computerized telescope up and running, and how to embark on a program of observation.

'Hands-on' approach - contains valuable practical advice on observing techniques and how to get the most from your telescope.

Ideal for both beginning astronomers and more experienced observers worldwide. The clear, full-color maps show stars, clusters and galaxies visible with binoculars or a small telescope.

An easy-to-use companion for anyone wanting to identify prominent stars, constellations, star clusters, meteor showers, or follow the movement of the planets.

An informative, up-to-date and well-illustrated guide to planetary observations for amateurs. For each planet and the asteroids, details are given of observational techniques.

A unique guidebook to the night sky, providing all the information you need to observe a whole host of celestial objects.