The Night Sky 40°-50° (Large) Star Finder
by David S. Chandler
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Book Reviews of The Night Sky 40°-50° (Large) Star Finder
Book Review: Check what you Get
Summary: 2 Stars
Product is good. In general I love these things. It's a useful tool for beginner to intermediate sky watchers.
MY PROBLEM WITH THIS IS THAT I bought it as a gift for my son and when I received it I immediately wrapped it up. After he opened it (and I believe after the return policy expired) we realized we were shipped the 40 degree SOUTH latitude version. Seeing as we don't live in AUSTRALIA this is of little use to us. So just double check what you get.
Book Review: Great for Planning a Night of Viewing
Summary: 5 Stars
Even though the Night Sky chart is primarily of use to novices, intermediate and advanced viewers will find it useful for planning a night's viewing activity, primarily determining what objects are visible at what time. This kind of information is not easy to get directly from star charts. With a customized, time ordered checklist and a computerized telescope (plus good conditions), it's easily possible to view over 100 objects in a few hours.Book Review: Good, functional star chart
Summary: 5 Stars
Chandler's star chart is a classic that is functional, easy-to-use, and valuable for people just learning the night sky. Its main features are its large size and lamination -- important as summer evening dew inevitably turns most paper products saggy. This is recommended for people desiring to learn their way around the night sky and build an understanding of the universe.Book Review: Wonderful map
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a truly helpful map of the skies for anyone interested in backyard astronomy. It is very legible, easy to see at night. I am a beginner and was able to find most of the constellations shown. Very durable as well.Book Review: Reliable Reference
Summary: 5 Stars
I love using this simple, handy, star chart. I have learned so much about the night sky just by studying this. Software and iPhone apps are great too, but this little tool is invaluable. Well worth the investment.