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An essential addition to the Straight Talking Introduction series, the book supports the call for more understanding of the social determinants of mental wellbeing. 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Modern astronomers later expanded his list from 103 to 110 objects—and they’re some of the finest celestial sights to explore with your backyard telescope, for both stargazing beginners and those ready to move past the moon and planets.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e110 Things to See with a Telescope\u003c\/i\u003e is your complete guide to seeing each deep-sky object on Messier’s list, with features such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA star map for each target, with written directions for how to find it by star hopping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Eyepiece view” images to confirm what you’re seeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTips for observation from two veteran stargazers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn observation log so you can track your progress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA recommended viewing order for the objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy the night sky through a whole new lens. 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