From the Book - Second edition.
Introduction : why another stargazing guide?
pt. I. Stargazing techniques and equipment
1. With the naked eye alone
Making the most of the "wide-eye" view
2. Binoculars : the next step
Selecting binoculars for astronomy
Are binoculars the right choice for you?
3. "But I want a telescope!"
Telescope types available to the novice
As important as your scope : the mount
The busy end of the telescope : eyepieces, Barlows, diagonals, and finders
"Finally, what should I buy?"
Other objects in the Solar System
pt. III. A stargazing glossary
Appendix 1. The Greek alphabet
Appendix 2. The constellations