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| "A host of Internet sites and a solid, well-presented grounding in basic astronomy." –The New York Times |
| "This will appeal to readers from junior high up to senior citizens." –Library Journal |
| "[This book] is an accessible and highly readable guide to how an amateur sky-watcher can 'get an piece of the action.'" –Fatbrain.com |
| "This exhaustive compilation not
only gives readers Internet addresses, but also throws in astronomical facts
and intriguing trivia along the way. . . . Refer to it in future years as a
reference to the electronic universe of astronomy." –Astronomy Magazine |
| "With this book and the software included on the CD, amateur astronomers might be able to find the next Hale-Bopp and make their way into the history books." –Today's Librarian |
| "The Astronomer's Computer Companion is a highly recommended introduction and reference for astronomy students, amateur astronomers, and has much of value for even experienced and professional astronomers." –The Midwest Book Review |
| "With this book you can cut straight to the chase, and use your time to work-or play." –Amazon.com |
| "Do you have a computer and an interest in astronomy? Are you already involved in the field of astronomy, either professionally or as an amateur? If the answer is yes, then this book is a resource that you will find immensely valuable." –About.com |
| "A great handbook for any would-be amateur astronomer, or anybody who likes sky candy."
–Netsurfer Digest |
| "This tome is an excellent beginning manual for any one interested in learning about our universe."
–The Gainesville Register |
| "If you enjoy combining your computer with astronomy I think you'll find this book to be helpful in tracking down a large amount of data on the net." –Astronomical Society of Kansas City |
| ". . . this will become a very strong educational tool for beginners and anyone inter4ested in cutting through to the better astronomy websites and programs." –The Practical Observer |
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