Choosing & using binoculars (Springer, Berlin)

Binoculars are life enhancing instruments, uniquely capable of bringing the intricacies of nature into sharp focus, whether it be birds, majestic lakes and seas, alpine vistas, wild animals or exploring the glories of the night sky. Anyone interested in buying binoculars today will be faced with a bewildering number of different models to choose from, ranging from very cheap to breathtakingly expensive! This book walks the reader through the fascinating world of binoculars, past and present, exploring all of the main binocular types, the desirable features of a binocular, how to test out and narrow down the choices a prospective customer should make, as well as exploring some of the best and most-sought-after binoculars money can buy. Uniquely experienced writer and binocular enthusiast, Dr Neil English, takes the pain out of narrowing down the search for your ideal binocular, whether your budget is $50 or $5,000. Dr English explores many of the timeless beauties of the binocular world, crafted aby top European and Japanese manufacturers such as Swarovski, Zeiss, Nikon, Leica and others. Sumptuously illustrated throughout with full color images. Choosing & Using Binoculars decodes all the technical jargon without sacrificing accuracy, presenting the world's best compendium of binocular literature for the birder, hunter, inveterate traveler, nature enthusiast and star gazer. Don't leave home without it!