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Price: $25.95
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Sale: $7.89
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Manufacturer: Fireside
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Number of Items: 1
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Binding: Paperback
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Author: James Muirden
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Publisher: Fireside
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Dewey Decimal Number: 522.2
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Publication Date: 1988-06-15
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Reading Level: 400
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Description: Astronomy has never been a more popular pastime than it is today. The increased availability of less expensive, more powerful, and more sophisticated telescopes has given rise to a new generation of stargazers. And for these beginning astronomers here is the comprehensive book covering everything from the difficult task of selecting an instrument to the equally daunting choices that arise when a telescope is turned to the heavens. Renowned British astronomer and author James Muirden takes the fledgling astronomer by the hand in his new book, offering tips on: * the purchase, assembly, and orientation of your new telescope * how to observe and chart the Sun, Moon, planets, stars and comets * how to investigate the deep-sky objects -- clusters, nebulae, and other galaxies beyond the Milky Way The final chapter, "Windows into Space," explores ten carefully selected regions featuring noteworthy examples of double stars, galaxies, and nebulae, as well as more obscure objects seldom examined by astronomers. How to Use an Astronomical Telescope offers completely revised and updated location charts with detailed coordinates, tables, appendixes, and numerous illustrations and photographs, making it the essential volume for one's first exploration of the cosmos.
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Price: $19.95
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Sale: $4.31
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Manufacturer: Dover Publications
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Number of Items: 1
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Binding: Paperback
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Author: Robert Burnham
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Publisher: Dover Publications
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Edition: Revised
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Dewey Decimal Number: 523.89
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Publication Date: 1978-02-01
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Reading Level: 700
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Description: This comprehensive coverage of the thousands of celestial objects outside our solar system. The objects are grouped according to constellation, and their definitions feature names, coordinates, classification, and physical description, along with hundreds of visual aids. Volume II of the three-volume work ontains entries from Chamaeleon to Orion. |
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Price: $12.95
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Sale: $6.11
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Manufacturer: Falcon
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Number of Items: 1
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Binding: Paperback
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Author: Kenneth L. Graham
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Publisher: Falcon
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Edition: 1st
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Dewey Decimal Number: 552.09787
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Publication Date: 1996-08-01
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Reading Level: 168
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Description: Rockhounding Wyoming is an introduction to a fascinating treasure hunt for those seeking jade, agate, bloodstone, fossils, petrified wood, fluorite, or other precious stones. Although the rockhounding treasures are many in this vast and sparsely populated state, author Kenneth Graham points out that "sometimes the joy is in the search itself." The 75 sites described in this guide will take you across the red desert to the high mountain majesty of the Big Horns and Wind Rivers as well as the geologic wonders of Yellowstone National Park. Graham, a former hardrock miner, developed an interest in rocks at an early age. In Rockhounding Wyoming, Graham shares his enthusiasm for rockhounding and his appreciation for the diverse Wyoming landscape that holds the treasure. Each description provides detailed information complete with maps on how to find the remote as well as popular digs, what will likely be found there, the tools to bring, the best season to visit, the appropriate vehicle to drive, or when to lace up your hiking boots to get to those out-of-the-way places. Be sure to take along Rockhounding Wyoming to plan your next rockhounding adventure.
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Price: $14.99
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Sale: $8.49
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Manufacturer: Gemstone Press
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Number of Items: 1
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Binding: Paperback
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Author: Kathy J. Rygle::Stephen F. Pederson
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Publisher: Gemstone Press
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Edition: 4
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Dewey Decimal Number: 552
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Publication Date: 2008-04
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Reading Level: 189
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Description: Whether you are an experienced rockhound or "prospector", or just digging for the first time, with a simple rock hammer and a little luck, you too can strike it rich ...or at the very least, have fun trying. From rubies, opals and gold, to emeralds, aquamarine and diamonds, each guide offers state-by-state details on more than 250 gems and minerals the United States has to offer, and the very affordable "fee dig" sites where they can be found. The authors offer easy-to-use information on the ins and outs of "fee dig" mining, complete with locations, costs, tips on technique, entertaining legends and important information on everything from safety kits to where the nearest restrooms are.Included are resources for use in identifying finds, polishing stones and having them made into jewellery and further pursuing this exciting, and possibly profitable, hobby. Focusing on the four major regions of the U.S., each guide covers: Gem & Mineral Sites - Locations of sites with directions and maps, the gems and minerals to be found, hours, fees and equipment needed. It also includes info on guide services, additional attractions and features at each site, local camping information and more; Museums & Mine Tours - Where to visit commercial and historical mines, as well as museums with exhibits of gems and minerals (for help in learning what to look for); and Special Events & Tourist Information - Listings of regional events involving gems and minerals, and sources of general travel and tourism information for every state.
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Price: $19.95
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Sale: $5.99
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Manufacturer: Wiley
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Number of Items: 1
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Binding: Paperback
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Author: Fred Schaaf
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Publisher: Wiley
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Dewey Decimal Number: 523.8
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Publication Date: 2008-04-21
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Reading Level: 288
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Description: "Fred Schaaf is one of the most experienced astronomical observers of our time. For more than two decades, his view of the sky-what will be visible, when it will be visible, and what it will look like-has encouraged tens of thousands of people to turn their eyes skyward."
—David H. Levy, Science Editor, Parade magazine, discoverer of twenty-one comets, and author of Starry Night and Cosmic Discoveries "Fred Schaaf is a poet of the stars. He brings the sky into people's lives in a way that is compelling and his descriptions have all the impact of witnessing the stars on a crystal-clear dark night."
—William Sheehan, coauthor of Mars: The Lure of the Red Planet and The Transits of Venus In this book, you’ll meet the twenty-one brightest stars visible from Earth. You’ll learn how to find these stars and discover the best ways to see them. Each star is profiled in a separate chapter, with detailed guidance on what to look for while observing it. Suitable for beginners as well as experienced amateur astronomers, the book shares fascinating information about the lore and legends connected with each star through history, as well as what the science of astronomy has to teach us about the star’s physical nature.
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Price: $14.95
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Sale: $4.14
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Manufacturer: Walker & Company
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Number of Items: 1
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Binding: Paperback
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Author: Robert M. Thorson
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Publisher: Walker & Company
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Dewey Decimal Number: 693.1
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Publication Date: 2005-02-01
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Reading Level: 192
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Description: The only field guide to stone walls in the Northeast.
"Every stone wall is unique and every stone tells a story," says Robert M. Thorson, the author of the first field guide to historic New England stone walls-- one that helps you identify and appreciate those in your yard, neighborhood, and throughout the Northeast.
Exploring Stone Walls is like being in Thorson's geology classroom, as he presents the many clues that allow you to determine any wall's history, age, and purpose. Thorson highlights forty-five places to see interesting and noteworthy walls, many of which are in public parks and preserves, from Acadia National Park in Maine to the South Fork of Long Island. Visit the tallest stone wall (Cliff Walk in Newport, Rhode Island), the most famous (Robert Frost's mending wall in Derry, New Hampshire), and many more. This field guide will broaden your horizons and deepen your appreciation of New England's rural history.
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Price: $14.95
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Sale: $4.39
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Manufacturer: Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press
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Number of Items: 1
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Binding: Paperback
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Author: Mark R. Chartrand
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Publisher: Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press
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Edition: 1st
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Dewey Decimal Number: 523
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Publication Date: 2001-04-14
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Reading Level: 280
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Description: Don't' miss the best meteor shower of the year. Discover the figure of the boy, "Jack," on the moon. Quickly locate favorite constellations such as the Big and Little Dipper, Orion, Draco, and Cassiopeia. No other guide makes it easier for the casual stargazer or beginning astronomer to enjoy the splendors of the universe and appreciate the laws that govern the sun, moon, planets, and stars.-Ideal for viewing with the naked eye, binoculars, or small telescopes-Seasonal sky maps for each region of the United States-Expert help photographing celestial events-Solar eclipse timetable and safe viewing tips
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Price: $19.95
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Sale: $7.90
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Manufacturer: Dover Publications
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Number of Items: 1
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Binding: Paperback
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Author: Robert Burnham Jr.
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Publisher: Dover Publications
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Dewey Decimal Number: 523.89
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Publication Date: 1979-01-01
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Reading Level: 800
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Description: Comprehensive coverage of the thousands of celestial objects outside our solar system. The objects are grouped according to constellation, and their definitions feature names, coordinates, classification, and physical descriptions, along with hundreds of visual aids. Volume III of the three-volume work concludes the listings with Pavo to Vulpecula. 225 photos. |
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Price: $120.00
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Sale: $64.87
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Manufacturer: Wiley-Blackwell
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Number of Items: 1
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Binding: Paperback
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Author: Maurice E. Tucker::V. Paul Wright
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Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
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Dewey Decimal Number: 552.58
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Publication Date: 1991-01-15
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Reading Level: 496
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Description: Carbonate rocks (limestones and dolomites) constitute a major part of the geological column and contain not only 60% of the world's known hydrocarbons but also host extensive mineral deposits. This book represents the first major review of carbonate sedimentology since the mid 1970's. It is aimed at the advanced undergraduate - postgraduate level and will also be of major interest to geologists working in the oil industry. Carbonate Sedimentology is designed to take the reader from the basic aspects of limestone recognition and classification through to an appreciation of the most recent developments such as large scale facies modelling and isotope geochemistry. Novel aspects of the book include a detailed review of carbonate mineralogy, non-marine carbonate depositional environments and an in-depth look at carbonate deposition and diagenesis through geologic time. In addition, the reviews of individual depositional systems stress a process-based approach rather than one centered on simple comparative sedimentology. The unique quality of this book is that it contains integrated reviews of carbonate sedimentology and diagenesis, within one volume.
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Price: $19.00
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Sale: $6.00
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Manufacturer: Houghton Mifflin
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Number of Items: 1
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Binding: Paperback
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Author: David C. Roberts::David C Roberts
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Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
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Edition: 1
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Dewey Decimal Number: 557
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Publication Date: 2001-09-30
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Reading Level: 512
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Description: With more than 130 color photographs and 170 drawings, this book shows how to read geological history: plate movements, earthquakes, glaciers, rivers, seas, and other forces that have shaped the earth over millions of years. Each geological region of eastern North America is described vividly and illustrated with detailed maps and cross sections. Highway tours tell where to go to find the best examples of each kind of formation.
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Displaying records 111 through 120 of 4000
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