Tag Archives: Sherman

Astrophotography Adapters

Posted on December 3, 2021 by ST Editors

by Rich Sherman I recently learned about a company that builds custom astrophotography adapters, including replacement focusers and custom focuser extension tubes. The company is based in Miami, FL, and is named PreciseParts. Their tagline is: “Your online astro machine … Continue reading →

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AAAP Merchandise

Posted on November 2, 2021 by ST Editors

by Rich Sherman Hello AAAP members,   I’m fellow member Rich Sherman, and I’m helping the AAAP update its merchandise program. We developed a simple 5 question survey that takes about one minute to complete. Your input is valuable and … Continue reading →

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Book Review

Posted on November 2, 2021 by ST Editors

by Richard Sherman The Smallest Lights in the Universe by Sara Seager   Published 2021   Grade:  A-  Paperback $14.99 on Amazon   336 pages  A brilliant young scientist begins her career that will take her to the elite echelons of exoplanet … Continue reading →

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To James Bond fans.

Posted on November 2, 2021 by ST Editors

by Richard Sherman “No Time to Die,” the latest James Bond movie was released to theaters in October. Ahead of watching Daniel Craig’s latest film as the timeless James Bond, I decided to re-watch a few films, including “Quantum of … Continue reading →

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Book Review I

Posted on October 1, 2021 by ST Editors

By Richard Sherman  The Mission by David W. Brown   Published 2021  Grade:  B+  Hardback $20.99, Paperback $18.99 on Amazon   480 pages  Here’s an astronomy book that isn’t filled with science. Rather, this newly-released book is the story of the men and women … Continue reading →

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Book Review II

Posted on October 1, 2021 by ST Editors

by Richard Sherman Galaxies by Govert Schilling  Published 2019   Grade:  A  Hardback $32.99 on Amazon   240 pages  If you are fascinated by galaxies and love great photos of galaxies, then this is the book for you. I thoroughly enjoyed Govert Schilling’s book—the … Continue reading →

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