STAR WARE

"Star Ware is still a tour de force that any experienced amateur will find invaluable, and which hardware-minded beginners will thoroughly enjoy."
-Robert Burnham, Sky and Telescope magazine
Now more than ever, the backyard astronomer has a dazzling array of choices when it comes to telescope shopping. In this fully updated edition of Star Ware, award-winning astronomy writer Philip Harrington provides extensive reviews of all the latest astronomical equipment, from the most popular telescopes to hard-to-find accessories. He offers step-by-step guidance in all aspects of purchasing; presents tips and tricks for the set-up, care, and maintenance of astronomical equipment; and includes updated lists of related Web sites.