[OneOfOne (Trevor)]

A few weeks ago it was Father's Day...yippee! So after convincing people that I don't need clothes, or some electrical device for the kitchen etc I was able convince my wife I wouldn't say no to a book or two (she is actually a librarian so I thought she would think it was a good idea). I was thinking of Burnham's...but all three volumes would be a little bit greedy. "The Messier Objects" or "The Caldwell Objects" also came to mind. I have previously ordered second hand computer books via Amazon and have been quite happy with the savings and response. So I said to her she can reimburse me for the cost of all three volumes of Burnham's when I get them. I then ordered the other two books myself.

All up, I got all 5 books for about $120...volume 2 arrived last night after just one week! I think it cost me US$1.78 plus $10 postage. The condition is not great, but the savings are pretty good...and it is good for the environment. If you do order second hand though, it will cost you $10 postage for each book even if you get two books from the same place. Now I just need some time to start reading them....I can just see the sky is going to be clear now for some time...so you have me to thank!