Which is the best book on astronomy for beginners?

Maybe you too have become intrigued by the stars, and have seen your interest in the exciting hobby of astronomy grow. The only problem is that you don't know where to start. The best astronomy books for beginners offer a solid and informative introduction to the fascinating world of astronomy. read more

Turn Left at Orion: Hundreds of Night Sky Objects to See in a Home Telescope—and How to Find Them is by far one of the most popular astronomy books for beginners of all time. It has sold over 100,000 copies. Its customers claim it is an ideal astronomy book for beginners excited to learn about this new hobby. read more

Beginners can use this book as an introduction to stargazing, while more experienced readers will find the book to be a useful field guide that can serve as a reference for locating and identifying stars, constellations, meteor showers, eclipses and even satellites. read more

Astronomy books make for great reading on cloudy or subzero nights, and can serve as invaluable reference on observing nights with your family. Orion's Staff has put together a top ten list of favorite titles that are great for children just starting to learn about the sky. read more