The Telescope

"The Telescope" by Louis Bell is a science publication designed as a helpful manual about telescopes, with an emphasis on how they're built, what they can do, and how they're used. It's written for beginners interested in astronomy and for those who want to understand how telescopes work. The book kicks off by explaining the history of the telescope, clearing up misinformation and describing how it changed over time, starting from simple eyeglasses to advanced instruments in the 1600s. It shines a light on important people such as Jan Lippershey and Galileo, who were very important in designing and making telescopes known to the public. Bell points out that while many books have discussed telescopes, this one focuses on collecting important information for everyone to easily understand.