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Reference Desk > Astronomy
Astronomy
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This year marks the 400th anniversary of astronomy: In 1609, Galileo turned his first telescope to the sky and observed the heavens.  There is no better way to commemorate this important event than to look to the sky yourself, whether with a telescope or the naked eye.
 
Click on the titles to place holds on these library materials, or come in to browse the shelves- we have much more information on this topic!
 
Astronomy books:
 
 
by Richard Talcott
 

This book is full of beautiful pictures of the sky.  It also contains easy-to-understand instructions on finding your way around the sky, choosing the right equipment, and viewing the sun safely.

 

 
 
 
by Peter Grego
 
 
Learn about the history of astronomy, read observation tips, and take this compact book to a star party to utilize its star charts.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
by Stan Gibilisco
 
 
This book has plenty of illustrations to make the concepts involved in astronomy easy to understand.  It covers a wide variety of astronomical topics, including invisible astronomy and space travel.  Take the quiz at the end of each chapter to review the information covered.   
 
 
 
 
 
 
by Gerald North 
 
 
The moon is our closest neighbor in space.  It is also the easiest thing for an amateur astronomer to find with a telescope!  Learn all about the moon's phases, the landscapes of the moon, and how to observe it with this book.
 
 
 
 
by Anthony Buick  
 
 
Now that you've learned all about astronomy and observing the sky, wouldn't it be great to turn those observations into impressive digital photos?  Learn how with this book.
 
 
 
 
Videos:
 
 
Watch this video, hosted by the director of the Minneapolis Planetarium, to learn how to get the most out of your stargazing instruments.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Explore the world of asteroids and comets, the "stray bullets" that streak through the skies in the millions. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Websites:
 
Astronomy 101  Work through the 10 lessons in this online course to learn the basics of astronomy.
 
Astronomy Picture of the Day  Check this site every day to see a new picture from NASA, including a brief explanation from a professional astronomer. 
 
HubbleSite  Visit the home of NASA's Hubble Space Telescope.  View photos taken with the telescope, use the monthly stargazers guide, find astronomy museums, and more.
 
International Year of Astronomy 2009  Learn about what is happening worldwide to celebrate the 400th anniversary of astronomy and find out how you can participate locally.
 
  
Local Astronomy Clubs:
 
Astronomy Club of Akron  Portage Lakes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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