Resources for Beginning Astronomers:

Backyard Astronomy

Articles

Astronomy Magazine

Sky & Telescope Magazine

About Astronomy

Good Advice

More Advice

Telescope Buyers Guide

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The best basic guide to amateur astronomy!

The best guide to amateur astronomy equipment and techniques!

Links to the major manufacturers and importers:

Antares Manufacturer Site

Celestron International

Meade Instruments Corp.

Orion Telescope & Binocular Centre

Sky Watcher

Star Gazer Steve Kits

William Optics