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Discover the Universe: Telescopes and Stargazing -- 2018 -- FVRL

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Ever looked up into the night sky and wondered what was out there? Want to know Ursa Major from Ursa Minor? Borrow FVRL's new telescopes and read or watch these items next!

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Beginner Telescope

Beginner Telescope

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The Beginner Telescope kit includes a Dobsonian telescope, 2 eyepieces, 2 lens caps, an instructional sheet, and the book, " Pocket guide to the night sky of North America." The Beginner Telescope kit includes a Dobsonian telescope, 2 eyepieces, 2 lens caps, an instructional sheet, and the book, " Pocket guide to the night sky of North America." Show less

The Beginner Telescope kit includes a Dobsonian telescope, 2 eyepieces, 2 lens caps, an instructional sheet, and the book, " Pocket guide to the night sky of North America." The Beginner Telescope kit includes a Dobsonian telescope, 2 eyepieces, 2 lens caps, an instructional sheet, and the book, " Pocket guide to the night sky of North America." Show less

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RASC Vancouver – Vancouver Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada

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The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) Vancouver Centre is a charitable society whose purpose is to advance education in astronomy and allied sciences by providing presentations, workshops, seminars, and outreach programs. The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) Vancouver Centre is a charitable society whose purpose is to advance education in astronomy and allied sciences by providing presentations, workshops, seminars, and outreach programs. Show less

The Astronomy Book

The Astronomy Book

Book - 2017

From planets and stars to black holes and the Big Bang, take a journey through the wonders of the universe. An essential guide to milestone developments i...Show more From planets and stars to black holes and the Big Bang, take a journey through the wonders of the universe. An essential guide to milestone developments in astronomy, telling the story of our ideas about space, time, and the physics of the cosmos—from ancient times to the present day presented in a user-friendly format to make the information accessible and easy to follow. Show less

From planets and stars to black holes and the Big Bang, take a journey through the wonders of the universe. An essential guide to milestone developments i...Show more From planets and stars to black holes and the Big Bang, take a journey through the wonders of the universe. An essential guide to milestone developments in astronomy, telling the story of our ideas about space, time, and the physics of the cosmos—from ancient times to the present day presented in a user-friendly format to make the information accessible and easy to follow. Show less

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Complete Guide to Stargazing

Complete Guide to Stargazing

by Scagell, Robin

Book - 2015

Firefly Complete Guide to Stargazing starts with the basics. It explains how and why the sky changes during the night and through the seasons. It gives pr...Show more Firefly Complete Guide to Stargazing starts with the basics. It explains how and why the sky changes during the night and through the seasons. It gives practical advice on what equipment to choose and describes what you can expect to see. There are also plenty of tips for observing just with the naked eye. Show less

Firefly Complete Guide to Stargazing starts with the basics. It explains how and why the sky changes during the night and through the seasons. It gives pr...Show more Firefly Complete Guide to Stargazing starts with the basics. It explains how and why the sky changes during the night and through the seasons. It gives practical advice on what equipment to choose and describes what you can expect to see. There are also plenty of tips for observing just with the naked eye. Show less

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Cosmos

Cosmos

The Infographic Book of Space

by Lowe, Stuart

Book - 2015

Life. The Universe. Everything. The human race has always revealed an insatiable hunger to search "to infinity and beyond". Cosmos explores the ...Show more Life. The Universe. Everything. The human race has always revealed an insatiable hunger to search "to infinity and beyond". Cosmos explores the secret lives of galaxies and stars and examines the thousand new planets now discovered beyond the Solar System, checking out their viability for alien life. It chronicles the incredible instruments and machines that are discovering the hidden secrets of the Universe, from 'telescopes' atop the highest mountains to robotic explorers on distant worlds. Show less

Life. The Universe. Everything. The human race has always revealed an insatiable hunger to search "to infinity and beyond". Cosmos explores the ...Show more Life. The Universe. Everything. The human race has always revealed an insatiable hunger to search "to infinity and beyond". Cosmos explores the secret lives of galaxies and stars and examines the thousand new planets now discovered beyond the Solar System, checking out their viability for alien life. It chronicles the incredible instruments and machines that are discovering the hidden secrets of the Universe, from 'telescopes' atop the highest mountains to robotic explorers on distant worlds. Show less

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Deep-sky Wonders

Deep-sky Wonders

A Tour of the Universe With Sky & Telescope's Sue French

by French, Sue

Book - 2011

A new collection of the best of French's "Deep-Sky Wonders" columns, the book is organized by season and subdivided into months, offering readers a total of 100 in-depth tours of the deep sky with enduring relevance. A new collection of the best of French's "Deep-Sky Wonders" columns, the book is organized by season and subdivided into months, offering readers a total of 100 in-depth tours of the deep sky with enduring relevance. Show less

A new collection of the best of French's "Deep-Sky Wonders" columns, the book is organized by season and subdivided into months, offering readers a total of 100 in-depth tours of the deep sky with enduring relevance. A new collection of the best of French's "Deep-Sky Wonders" columns, the book is organized by season and subdivided into months, offering readers a total of 100 in-depth tours of the deep sky with enduring relevance. Show less

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Guide to the Night Sky, 2018

Guide to the Night Sky, 2018

A Month-by-month Guide to Exploring the Skies Above North America

by Dunlop, Storm

Book - 2017

The night sky is always an amazing sight but it's a thrill when you can locate stars or catch sight of a meteor. With 2018 Guide to the Night Sky, amateur...Show more The night sky is always an amazing sight but it's a thrill when you can locate stars or catch sight of a meteor. With 2018 Guide to the Night Sky, amateur astronomers can view the sky over the course of the year and not miss a thing. It is also a compact and comprehensive introduction to astronomy. Show less

The night sky is always an amazing sight but it's a thrill when you can locate stars or catch sight of a meteor. With 2018 Guide to the Night Sky, amateur...Show more The night sky is always an amazing sight but it's a thrill when you can locate stars or catch sight of a meteor. With 2018 Guide to the Night Sky, amateur astronomers can view the sky over the course of the year and not miss a thing. It is also a compact and comprehensive introduction to astronomy. Show less

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Hubble

Hubble

DVD - 2011

Follow the Hubble Space Telescope on its mission to explore the farthest reaches of the cosmos. Follow astronauts up into space as they strive to get the powerful telescope prepared for a fantastic journey of discovery. Follow the Hubble Space Telescope on its mission to explore the farthest reaches of the cosmos. Follow astronauts up into space as they strive to get the powerful telescope prepared for a fantastic journey of discovery. Show less

Follow the Hubble Space Telescope on its mission to explore the farthest reaches of the cosmos. Follow astronauts up into space as they strive to get the powerful telescope prepared for a fantastic journey of discovery. Follow the Hubble Space Telescope on its mission to explore the farthest reaches of the cosmos. Follow astronauts up into space as they strive to get the powerful telescope prepared for a fantastic journey of discovery. Show less

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The Hubble Cosmos

The Hubble Cosmos

25 Years of New Vistas in Space

by DeVorkin, David H.

Book - 2015

Presents twenty-five key discoveries of the Hubble Telescope, describing the impact it has had on the current understanding of the solar system and the origins of the universe and the inspiration it has provided to the public imagination. Presents twenty-five key discoveries of the Hubble Telescope, describing the impact it has had on the current understanding of the solar system and the origins of the universe and the inspiration it has provided to the public imagination. Show less

Presents twenty-five key discoveries of the Hubble Telescope, describing the impact it has had on the current understanding of the solar system and the origins of the universe and the inspiration it has provided to the public imagination. Presents twenty-five key discoveries of the Hubble Telescope, describing the impact it has had on the current understanding of the solar system and the origins of the universe and the inspiration it has provided to the public imagination. Show less

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Hubble's Legacy

Hubble's Legacy

Reflections by Those Who Dreamed It, Built It, and Observed the Universe With It

Book - 2015

The development and operation of the Hubble Space Telescope (HST) have resulted in many rich legacies, most particularly in science and technology—but in ...Show more The development and operation of the Hubble Space Telescope (HST) have resulted in many rich legacies, most particularly in science and technology—but in culture as well. This book includes contributions from historians of science, key scientists and administrators, and one of the principal astronauts who led many of the servicing missions captures the history of this iconic instrument. Show less

The development and operation of the Hubble Space Telescope (HST) have resulted in many rich legacies, most particularly in science and technology—but in ...Show more The development and operation of the Hubble Space Telescope (HST) have resulted in many rich legacies, most particularly in science and technology—but in culture as well. This book includes contributions from historians of science, key scientists and administrators, and one of the principal astronauts who led many of the servicing missions captures the history of this iconic instrument. Show less

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The New Astronomy Guide

The New Astronomy Guide

Stargazing in the Digital Age

by Moore, Patrick

Book - 2012

Bring astronomy down from the mountaintops and into the backyard with this one-stop stargazing manual from Sir Patrick Moore and Pete Lawrence, stars of the BBC'sThe Sky at Night. Bring astronomy down from the mountaintops and into the backyard with this one-stop stargazing manual from Sir Patrick Moore and Pete Lawrence, stars of the BBC'sThe Sky at Night. Show less

Bring astronomy down from the mountaintops and into the backyard with this one-stop stargazing manual from Sir Patrick Moore and Pete Lawrence, stars of the BBC'sThe Sky at Night. Bring astronomy down from the mountaintops and into the backyard with this one-stop stargazing manual from Sir Patrick Moore and Pete Lawrence, stars of the BBC'sThe Sky at Night. Show less

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Night Sky With the Naked Eye

Night Sky With the Naked Eye

How to Find Planets, Constellations, Satellites, and Other Night Sky Wonders Without A Telescope

by King, Bob

Book - 2016

Gain a deeper appreciation of the universe and our place in it with Night Sky with the Naked Eye. Learn how to spot the International Space Station, follo...Show more Gain a deeper appreciation of the universe and our place in it with Night Sky with the Naked Eye. Learn how to spot the International Space Station, follow the moon through its phases, forecast an aurora and watch a meteor shower along with traditional night sky activities such as identifying the bright planets, stars and constellations. Show less

Gain a deeper appreciation of the universe and our place in it with Night Sky with the Naked Eye. Learn how to spot the International Space Station, follo...Show more Gain a deeper appreciation of the universe and our place in it with Night Sky with the Naked Eye. Learn how to spot the International Space Station, follow the moon through its phases, forecast an aurora and watch a meteor shower along with traditional night sky activities such as identifying the bright planets, stars and constellations. Show less

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Pocket Guide to the Night Sky of North America

Pocket Guide to the Night Sky of North America

by Howell, Catherine Herbert

Book - 2017

We all gaze at the night sky in wonder—and this guidebook, the ninth in the National Geographic Pocket Guide series, provides a go-to reference for everyt...Show more We all gaze at the night sky in wonder—and this guidebook, the ninth in the National Geographic Pocket Guide series, provides a go-to reference for everything filling the dark canvas above us. A basic guide to the solar system, distant galaxies, exoplanets and deep space, satellites and spacecraft, the big bang, meteor showers, and moon phases, this book also features scores of sky and constellation charts for stargazers. Interesting facts and tips throughout offer a quick guide to observing the night sky with the naked eye. Show less

We all gaze at the night sky in wonder—and this guidebook, the ninth in the National Geographic Pocket Guide series, provides a go-to reference for everyt...Show more We all gaze at the night sky in wonder—and this guidebook, the ninth in the National Geographic Pocket Guide series, provides a go-to reference for everything filling the dark canvas above us. A basic guide to the solar system, distant galaxies, exoplanets and deep space, satellites and spacecraft, the big bang, meteor showers, and moon phases, this book also features scores of sky and constellation charts for stargazers. Interesting facts and tips throughout offer a quick guide to observing the night sky with the naked eye. Show less

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The Practical Astronomer

The Practical Astronomer

by Gater, Will

Book - 2017

Explore the wonders of the night sky in The Practical Astronomer. Informative and easy-to-use with illustrated, step-by-step instructions and star charts ...Show more Explore the wonders of the night sky in The Practical Astronomer. Informative and easy-to-use with illustrated, step-by-step instructions and star charts with constellations visible all over the globe, the book offers practical advice with naked-eye observation, while illustrated instructions show readers how to setup and use binoculars and telescopes, and take pictures. Show less

Explore the wonders of the night sky in The Practical Astronomer. Informative and easy-to-use with illustrated, step-by-step instructions and star charts ...Show more Explore the wonders of the night sky in The Practical Astronomer. Informative and easy-to-use with illustrated, step-by-step instructions and star charts with constellations visible all over the globe, the book offers practical advice with naked-eye observation, while illustrated instructions show readers how to setup and use binoculars and telescopes, and take pictures. Show less

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Sky & Telescope's Pocket Sky Atlas

Sky & Telescope's Pocket Sky Atlas

by Sinnott, Roger W.

Book - 2015

Perfect for experienced stargazers and beginners alike, Sky & Telescope's Pocket Sky Atlas will have you exploring the heavens in no time! It features...Show more Perfect for experienced stargazers and beginners alike, Sky & Telescope's Pocket Sky Atlas will have you exploring the heavens in no time! It features more than 30,000 stars individually sized according to their relative brightness, 1,500 deep-sky objects color-coded by type, including 675 galaxies oriented as they appear in the sky. Show less

Perfect for experienced stargazers and beginners alike, Sky & Telescope's Pocket Sky Atlas will have you exploring the heavens in no time! It features...Show more Perfect for experienced stargazers and beginners alike, Sky & Telescope's Pocket Sky Atlas will have you exploring the heavens in no time! It features more than 30,000 stars individually sized according to their relative brightness, 1,500 deep-sky objects color-coded by type, including 675 galaxies oriented as they appear in the sky. Show less

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Stargazer

Stargazer

The Life and Times of the Telescope

by Watson, Fred

Book - 2005

The telescope is undoubtedly one of the world's most far-reaching inventions. For the past four centuries the telescope has stood at the forefront of huma...Show more The telescope is undoubtedly one of the world's most far-reaching inventions. For the past four centuries the telescope has stood at the forefront of human discovery. From its humble beginnings in seventeenth-century Holland, when a simple spectacle-maker first presented his invention to his country's military leaders, to today's colossal structures housed in space-age cathedrals, the telescope has unlocked nature's secrets. Show less

The telescope is undoubtedly one of the world's most far-reaching inventions. For the past four centuries the telescope has stood at the forefront of huma...Show more The telescope is undoubtedly one of the world's most far-reaching inventions. For the past four centuries the telescope has stood at the forefront of human discovery. From its humble beginnings in seventeenth-century Holland, when a simple spectacle-maker first presented his invention to his country's military leaders, to today's colossal structures housed in space-age cathedrals, the telescope has unlocked nature's secrets. Show less

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Stargazing With A Telescope

Stargazing With A Telescope

by Scagell, Robin

Book - 2014

Presents information about using a telescope for astronomy, discussing the different models available and what factors to consider in choosing one, and de...Show more Presents information about using a telescope for astronomy, discussing the different models available and what factors to consider in choosing one, and describing the celestial bodies in the night that can be observed with a telescope for every month of the year in the southern and northern hemispheres. Show less

Presents information about using a telescope for astronomy, discussing the different models available and what factors to consider in choosing one, and de...Show more Presents information about using a telescope for astronomy, discussing the different models available and what factors to consider in choosing one, and describing the celestial bodies in the night that can be observed with a telescope for every month of the year in the southern and northern hemispheres. Show less

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Star Trek, the Official Guide to Our Universe

Star Trek, the Official Guide to Our Universe

The True Science Behind the Starship Voyages

by Fazekas, Andrew

Book - 2016

To celebrate Star Trek's 50th anniversary, this book reveals the real science behind its fantastic and beloved fictions, inviting readers to step outside,...Show more To celebrate Star Trek's 50th anniversary, this book reveals the real science behind its fantastic and beloved fictions, inviting readers to step outside, gaze up at the night sky, and observe some of the destinations the Starfleet has visited. Andrew Fazekas, “The Night Sky Guy,” takes you on that journey, starting with specific Star Trek voyages, explaining the science behind them, and guiding you in observing and learning more about the real-universe corollaries of planets and places in the Star Trek universe. Show less

To celebrate Star Trek's 50th anniversary, this book reveals the real science behind its fantastic and beloved fictions, inviting readers to step outside,...Show more To celebrate Star Trek's 50th anniversary, this book reveals the real science behind its fantastic and beloved fictions, inviting readers to step outside, gaze up at the night sky, and observe some of the destinations the Starfleet has visited. Andrew Fazekas, “The Night Sky Guy,” takes you on that journey, starting with specific Star Trek voyages, explaining the science behind them, and guiding you in observing and learning more about the real-universe corollaries of planets and places in the Star Trek universe. Show less

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The Total Skywatcher's Manual

The Total Skywatcher's Manual

275+ Skills and Tricks for Exploring Stars, Planets & Beyond

by Shore, Linda

Book - 2015

The Total Skywatcher’s Manual will help you choose the best telescope, identify constellations and objects in the night sky, search for extraterrestrial phenomena, plan star parties, capture beautiful space imagery and much more. The Total Skywatcher’s Manual will help you choose the best telescope, identify constellations and objects in the night sky, search for extraterrestrial phenomena, plan star parties, capture beautiful space imagery and much more. Show less

The Total Skywatcher’s Manual will help you choose the best telescope, identify constellations and objects in the night sky, search for extraterrestrial phenomena, plan star parties, capture beautiful space imagery and much more. The Total Skywatcher’s Manual will help you choose the best telescope, identify constellations and objects in the night sky, search for extraterrestrial phenomena, plan star parties, capture beautiful space imagery and much more. Show less

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