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Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Sun Jan 09, 2022 11:15 pm
by Frankskywatcher
Hello all, I was wondering if anyone knows where to buy the jumbo edition ?
I have been looking on the internet but no luck and Sky & Telescope’s own site their link takes me to “ page not found “ ?
I understand the jumbo is better for older eyes due to its size .
Thanks in Advance and I’m really enjoying TSS !
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Sun Jan 09, 2022 11:43 pm
by Razz
As far as I can tell, it's out of print. I did find this link for a used copy. A bit pricey, tho...lol...Does it have to be that book? You could look into "Turn Left at Orion" by Guy Consolmagno and David M. Davis or "Nightwatch" by Terrence Dickinsin.
https://www.abebooks.com/Sky-Telescopes ... GwQAvD_BwE
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Sun Jan 09, 2022 11:50 pm
by pakarinen
Have you checked the classifieds on Cloudy Nights?
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Sun Jan 09, 2022 11:54 pm
by Razz
Looking a bit more, I found this. It's the 2006 version...
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Mon Jan 10, 2022 1:36 am
by Bigzmey
When I use printed atlases in the field I bring with me magnifying glass. Works like a charm even under red light.
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Mon Jan 10, 2022 1:52 am
by Frankskywatcher
Razz wrote: ↑Sun Jan 09, 2022 11:43 pm
As far as I can tell, it's out of print. I did find this link for a used copy. A bit pricey, tho...lol...Does it have to be that book? You could look into "Turn Left at Orion" by Guy Consolmagno and David M. Davis or "Nightwatch" by Terrence Dickinsin.
https://www.abebooks.com/Sky-Telescopes ... GwQAvD_BwE
I thought so as far as being out of print and yeah it’s pricy even used .
Those other books you mentioned are on my radar but was hoping to get this one.
That’s buddy and BTW I did pull the trigger on the Apertura AD 8” .
Thanks for the help ,Frank
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Mon Jan 10, 2022 1:57 am
by Frankskywatcher
pakarinen wrote: ↑Sun Jan 09, 2022 11:50 pm
Have you checked the classifieds on Cloudy Nights?
Funny you say that I tried to joking that forum and kept getting an error message stating “ you are not allowed to join this community”
I emailed the admin and I am awaiting a reply [image][/image]
Thanks for the advise I appreciate itFrank
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Mon Jan 10, 2022 1:59 am
by Frankskywatcher
Razz wrote: ↑Sun Jan 09, 2022 11:54 pm
Looking a bit more, I found this. It's the 2006 version...
I saw that, again crazy price and the jumbo edition was issued in 2015 ,so I guess that’s the “ newest “ edition but it’s out of print!
Thanks for the help this is a great group,Frank
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Mon Jan 10, 2022 2:04 am
by Frankskywatcher
Bigzmey wrote: ↑Mon Jan 10, 2022 1:36 am
When I use printed atlases in the field I bring with me magnifying glass. Works like a charm even under red light.
That’s a great idea if I can’t find the jumbo edition
I have The Backyard Astronomer’s Guide, 4 th edition on the way but it’s a hardcover book,I don’t think it’s suited for the field, I have that and the Guide to the Stars also on the way as well as the Apertura AD 8” scope.
Thanks for being so helpful I appreciate it ,Frank
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Mon Jan 10, 2022 2:21 am
by JayTee
Here's a post over at CN that lists many free alternatives to the S&T PSA. Check it out.
https://www.cloudynights.com/topic/7053 ... ee-guides/
Also, don't forget that the popular planetarium programs (Stellarium, Cartes du Ciel, SkyTech X) all free, can print out any custom star chart you can think of.
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Mon Jan 10, 2022 6:14 am
by Razz
Frankskywatcher wrote: ↑Mon Jan 10, 2022 1:59 am
Razz wrote: ↑Sun Jan 09, 2022 11:54 pm
Looking a bit more, I found this. It's the 2006 version...
I saw that, again crazy price and the jumbo edition was issued in 2015 ,so I guess that’s the “ newest “ edition but it’s out of print!
Thanks for the help this is a great group,Frank
Read the description...that is the Jumbo edition from 2006...
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Mon Jan 10, 2022 1:10 pm
by pakarinen
I just checked the CN classifieds. No PSA listed for sale right now.
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Mon Jan 10, 2022 4:10 pm
by Frankskywatcher
pakarinen wrote: ↑Mon Jan 10, 2022 1:10 pm
I just checked the CN classifieds. No PSA listed for sale right now.
Thank you because for some reason I can not get on to that groups platform and I messaged the Admins but haven’t heard from them.
Every time I try to access it ( it says I joined ) I get this error message
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Mon Jan 10, 2022 6:38 pm
by pakarinen
CN is not always a friendly place for discussion, so you might be better off without it. But people should make their own decisions...
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Mon Jan 10, 2022 8:06 pm
by Frankskywatcher
Thanks for that advise I was already getting that vibe.
What I find amusing is that all their “ hype” on the internet pretty much says that they are an “ inclusive “ but I don’t think so and so be it because I really like it here anyway !!
Again thanks for the heads up !
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Mon Jan 10, 2022 8:55 pm
by KingNothing13
Nothing useful to add to this conversation other than to say I am amused by a "Jumbo Edition" of a "pocket" book.
Kind of like Jumbo Shrimp.
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Mon Jan 10, 2022 9:09 pm
by Frankskywatcher
From what I’ve been reading the pocket size wasn’t very pocket sized either !
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Fri Jan 21, 2022 9:24 pm
by Frankskywatcher
THANK YOU !!
Thank you so much Bigzmey for the Pocket Sky Atlas !
This book is now out of print and even the used copies that I tracked down were going for $40.00 !
The book is like brand new,I’m so blown away by your generosity thank you so much and I’m blown away at how helpful this group is thanks for letting me be a part of it !
All the Best Frank
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Sat Jan 22, 2022 12:00 am
by Bigzmey
Frankskywatcher wrote: ↑Fri Jan 21, 2022 9:24 pm
THANK YOU !!
Thank you so much Bigzmey for the Pocket Sky Atlas !
This book is now out of print and even the used copies that I tracked down were going for $40.00 !
The book is like brand new,I’m so blown away by your generosity thank you so much and I’m blown away at how helpful this group is thanks for letting me be a part of it !
All the Best Frank
You are most welcome Frank! I hope you get as much fun out of it as I did.
Re: Sky&Telescope’s Pocket Sky Atlas -Jumbo Edition
Posted: Sat Jan 22, 2022 3:08 am
by Frankskywatcher
Thank you so much my friend I’m loving it !!
