Astronomy for Older Eyes

A Guide for Aging Backyard Astronomers

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Physics, Astronomy, Nature
Cover of the book Astronomy for Older Eyes by James L. Chen, Springer International Publishing
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: James L. Chen ISBN: 9783319524139
Publisher: Springer International Publishing Publication: March 15, 2017
Imprint: Springer Language: English
Author: James L. Chen
ISBN: 9783319524139
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Publication: March 15, 2017
Imprint: Springer
Language: English

This book is for the aging amateur astronomy population, including newcomers to astronomy in their retirement and hobbyists who loved peering through a telescope as a child. Whether a novice or an experienced observer, the practice of astronomy differs over the years. This guide will extend the enjoyment of astronomy well into the Golden Years by addressing topics such as eye and overall health issues, recommendations on telescope equipment, and astronomy-related social activities especially suited for seniors.

Many Baby-Boomers reaching retirement age are seeking new activities, and amateur astronomy is a perfect fit as a leisure time activity. Established backyard astronomers who began their love of astronomy in their youth, meanwhile, may face many physical and mental challenges in continuing their lifelong hobby as they age beyond their 55th birthdays. That perfect telescope purchased when they were thirty years old now suddenly at sixty years old feels like an immovable object in the living room. The 20/20 eyesight has given way to reading glasses or bifocals. Treasured eyepieces feel all wrong.  

Growing old is a natural process of life, but astronomy is timeless. With a little knowledge and some lifestyle adjustments, older astronomers can still enjoy backyard observing well into their seventies, eighties and even into their nineties.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

This book is for the aging amateur astronomy population, including newcomers to astronomy in their retirement and hobbyists who loved peering through a telescope as a child. Whether a novice or an experienced observer, the practice of astronomy differs over the years. This guide will extend the enjoyment of astronomy well into the Golden Years by addressing topics such as eye and overall health issues, recommendations on telescope equipment, and astronomy-related social activities especially suited for seniors.

Many Baby-Boomers reaching retirement age are seeking new activities, and amateur astronomy is a perfect fit as a leisure time activity. Established backyard astronomers who began their love of astronomy in their youth, meanwhile, may face many physical and mental challenges in continuing their lifelong hobby as they age beyond their 55th birthdays. That perfect telescope purchased when they were thirty years old now suddenly at sixty years old feels like an immovable object in the living room. The 20/20 eyesight has given way to reading glasses or bifocals. Treasured eyepieces feel all wrong.  

Growing old is a natural process of life, but astronomy is timeless. With a little knowledge and some lifestyle adjustments, older astronomers can still enjoy backyard observing well into their seventies, eighties and even into their nineties.

More books from Springer International Publishing

Cover of the book Arterial Disorders by James L. Chen
Cover of the book Peripheral Interaction by James L. Chen
Cover of the book Database Systems for Advanced Applications by James L. Chen
Cover of the book Imaging of Soft Tissue Tumors by James L. Chen
Cover of the book Submarine Mass Movements and Their Consequences by James L. Chen
Cover of the book The Origins and Nature of Scandinavian Central Banking by James L. Chen
Cover of the book Quantum Modeling of Complex Molecular Systems by James L. Chen
Cover of the book Language Learning and Use in English-Medium Higher Education by James L. Chen
Cover of the book The World of Applied Electromagnetics by James L. Chen
Cover of the book The Skadar/Shkodra Lake Environment by James L. Chen
Cover of the book Bio-Inspired Models of Network, Information, and Computing Systems by James L. Chen
Cover of the book Human Action, Economics, and Ethics by James L. Chen
Cover of the book Toward Sustainable Operations of Supply Chain and Logistics Systems by James L. Chen
Cover of the book Global Changes and Natural Disaster Management: Geo-information Technologies by James L. Chen
Cover of the book Herbert Fröhlich by James L. Chen
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy