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I know many in the hobby found this book to be outstanding. Terence Dickinson is releasing an all new version this fall.
See link: https://backyardastronomy.com
FYI,
Brandon

This was, and is still, my favorite book for Beginners to intermediate. I learned so much from his first edition when I was new to the hobby. I even stole his description (I think he coined the phrase!) of many of us amateurs which is still how I describe myself: Recreational Astronomer!

There is information of value to long timers as well, and I am sure there is more in this 4th edition. I can't see how anyone would be disappointed reading this book.

Kurt

PS: No, I don't get any kickbacks for this!

I like to use the “recreational astronomer” title too, but I didn’t get it from the book. I heard Kurt say it once at ELO.