Deep Sky Observing. - The Astronomical Tourist

The night sky, seen from a location far away from city lights, is a truly awe-inspiring sight. It's hardly surprising that deep-sky observing is one of the most popular subjects for amateur astronomers. Steve Coe has been watching the deep sky from locations near his home in Arizona for over 20 years. During that time he has routinely used telescopes with apertures ranging from six to 36 inches (0.15 - 0.9m), and has accumulated a wealth of knowledge, observations, hints and tips that will help every deep sky observer, regardless of experience.
Here is detailed and practical advice about how to find the best observing site, how to make the most of your time there, take with you, and of course what to look at. Most of all, this book is all about how to enjoy astronomy. Steve's enthusiasm and sense of wonder shines through every page as he invites you along on a our of some of the most beautiful and fascinating sights the deep sky.