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Lenses of Legacy: Great Telescopes that Opened Our Eyes to the Heavens
Follow a lifetime of stargazing through ten historic telescopes, from Galileo’s first refractor to the Hale, that reshaped our vision of the universe.
A Hole in the Desert: My Trip to the Barringer Crater
Journey to Arizona’s Barringer Crater to trace the impact of a 50,000-year-old meteorite and explore the raw, ancient power of a cosmic collision.
Stephan’s Quintet: Visiting George Bailey’s Angels in It’s a Wonderul Life
Learn about the celestial “angels” of It’s a Wonderful Life through the galaxies of Stephan’s Quintet in this personal reflection on cosmic wonder.
Sisters Capture the Essence of the Stars
Discover how two sisters blend astronomy and perfumery to capture the cosmos in a bottle, tracing a lifetime of starlit memories and inspiration.
Wherever You May Roam: Milky Way in the Florida Keys
Trace a lifetime of stargazing from the Florida Keys, where the Milky Way shines over tropical waters in a personal reflection on cosmic wonder.
Tour a Colorful Palette of Summertime Stars
Join me on a summer backyard adventure to discover stars of all colors.
Astronomy Books and Resources
A curated collection of favorite astronomy books, guides, and mobile apps for the backyard observer.
The Garden Astronomer 