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The discussion centers on recommendations for books about telescopes, with participants seeking clarity on the desired level of expertise. For beginners, free online resources are suggested, including basic guides from Celestron and a physics department at the University of Delaware. There's an emphasis on the value of joining local astronomy clubs for hands-on experience in observational astronomy, which can enhance learning. Additionally, there is a request for resources focused on the physics of telescopes, indicating a need for more academic-level materials.
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Can anyone suggest a good book on telescopes
 
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Sobhan said:
Can anyone suggest a good book on telescopes

What sort of level are you looking for?

Here are some free basic online resources that aren't bad: http://www.celestron.com/c3/images/files/downloads/1297801757_telescopebasics.pdf . http://www.physics.udel.edu/~jlp/classweb2/directory/powerpoint/telescopes.pdf

Do you just want to do/learn about observational astronomy? In that case your best bet is to a join a local club or organization. Experience actually doing, and learning from those who do, observational astronomy will greatly speed up the learning process.

If you're interested from an academic standpoint, please clarify.
 
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I want learn the physics of it
 

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