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Stargazer by Fred Watson

Stargazer

The Life and Times of the Telescope

by Fred Watson
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  • Jul 11, 2005, 360 pages
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  • Jun 2006, 352 pages
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Dr Fred Watson is Astronomer-in-Charge of the Anglo-Australian Observatory at Coonabarabran in central New South Wales, where he is responsible for the scientific output of Australia's largest optical telescope. His articles have appeared in many well-known journals, including New Scientist, Sky & Telescope and Astronomy Now. He is a frequent broadcaster, and has a monthly phone in show on Australian radio.

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