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Books
Most people who are interested in owning a telescope are also interested in reading more about how the stars work, why Saturn has rings, and how all those far away galaxies were formed in the first place. Books on the topic of astronomy run the gamut from telescope-using guidebooks to star atlases to detailed explanations of the stars. So grab a book and be prepared to learn all about astronomy, your telescope, and the mysteries of the universe.
- Books About Astronomy - Check out this collection of our Pro's favorite books on space and telescopes.
- Beginner Telescope Bundles - These bundles include everything you need to start out looking at the sky including
some easy to understand reference materials. - Beginner Telescope Bundles - For the telescope novice that wants a little more, our Deluxe Bundles will you take you
to places you never knew existed. - Ultimate Telescope Bundles - These bundles go above and beyond any other packages we offer. If you are thirsting
for knowledge, our Ultimate Bundles are the way to go.
Pro's Picks for Books
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Stargazing with a Telescope
Our Price: $ 14.95 -
Nightwatch
Our Price: $ 29.95 -
Backyard Astronomer's Guide
Our Price: $ 49.95 -
Astronomy for Dummies
Our Price: $ 19.99
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Beginner Bundle - AstroVenture 70mm Telescope
Our Price: $ 179.99 -
Deluxe Bundle - AstroVenture 90mm Cassegrain Telescope
Our Price: $ 309.86 -
Ultimate Bundle - AstroVenture 80mm Telescope Full Size Tripod
Our Price: $ 433.63 -
Ultimate Bundle - AstroVenture 4.5" Telescope
Our Price: $ 499.96
Star Maps
You probably wouldn’t go on a road trip without a map or GPS, so why would you go on a journey through the stars without some kind of guide? Star atlases and other night sky maps show you where to look and where to point your telescope. Everyone loves to look at the Moon, and a lunar map can help you get to know every nook and cranny of its surface. Another essential, a planisphere (or star wheel) shows you which stars you will be able to see on any given night. You just turn the wheel to line up the proper date and time, and you’ll get a map of that evening’s stars and constellations. These types of guides are usually pocket-size or very portable, but you can also get larger, more detailed maps and atlases to help plan your night’s tour before going out into the field.
- Star Maps and Charts - The stars await you. Grab a few of these handy maps and charts to aid you in your night sky
journey. - Kids Pak Telescope Bundles - Just for Kids, the bundles include a laminated map of the Moon to keep their curiosity
growing. - Beginner Telescope Bundles - Everything you need to get started is right here. Easy to use lunar map and star chart
included. - Deluxe Telescope Bundles - Looking to explore the Universe like never before? Step into one of our Deluxe Bundles.
- Ultimate Telescope Bundles - There is knowledge and then there is Ultimate knowledge. Maximize your understanding
of the Universe and have a blast doing it!
Pro's Picks for Star Maps
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David Chandler Sky Atlas for Small Telescopes and Binoculars
Our Price: $ 14.99 -
The Night Sky - Star Wheel
Our Price: $ 9.95 -
Sky & Telescope's Lunar 100 Card Laminated
Our Price: $ 5.95 -
David Chandler 5" The Night Sky Planisphere Star Wheel -- SMALL
Our Price: $ 9.95
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Kids Pak - FirstView 60mm Refractor Telescope
Our Price: $ 139.97 -
Beginner Bundle - AstroVenture 80mm Telescope Full Size Tripod
Our Price: $ 197.49 -
Deluxe Bundle - AstroVenture 4.5" Telescope
Our Price: $ 272.17 -
Ultimate Bundle - AstroVenture 90mm Cassegrain Telescope
Our Price: $ 514.99
Software
Astronomy software is intended to give you a place to go on nights when visibility is terrible and your telescope won’t do you any good. Full of guided tours, observation planners, star catalogues, and information about all the objects in the night sky, these computer programs give you tons of ideas on what to do with your telescope. Even if you don’t own a telescope, astronomy software can be a fun and exciting way to simulate the night sky in incredibly realistic detail.
- Astronomy Software - These full featured software titles provide hours and hours of learning. Keep exploring,
even if the night sky is full of clouds. - Beginner Telescope Bundles - Our Beginner Bundles give you a little of everything, including home planetarium
computer software. - Deluxe Telescope Bundles - A little of everything and then some. The Deluxe Bundle has you covered even when the
Sun is up. - Ultimate Telescope Bundles - Why only go part of the way? Our Pro's designed this bundle for the Ultimate
space enthusiast.
Pro's Picks for Software
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Redshift 7 Planetarium Software - Compact Edition
Our Price: $ 19.99 -
Starry Night Complete Space & Astronomy Pack
Our Price: $ 49.95 -
Deluxe Bundle - AstroVenture 4.5" Telescope
Our Price: $ 272.17 -
Deluxe Bundle -FirstView 60mm Refractor Telescope
Our Price: $ 202.43
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Ultimate Bundle - AstroVenture 4.5" Telescope
Our Price: $ 499.96 -
Ultimate Bundle - AstroVenture 70mm Telescope
Our Price: $ 439.99 -
Ultimate Bundle - AstroVenture 80mm Telescope Full Size Tripod
Our Price: $ 433.63 -
Ultimate Bundle - AstroVenture 90mm Cassegrain Telescope
Our Price: $ 514.99
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