A Sidewalk Astronomer, John Dobson ( 2005 ) 88 min.

[jakeXT]

A Sidewalk Astronomer (2005) is a documentary film about former Vedanta monk and amateur astronomer John Dobson (September 14, 1915 – January 15, 2014). The film follows Dobson to state parks, astronomy clubs, and downtown streets as he promotes awareness of astronomy through his own personal style of sidewalk astronomy. The documentary includes voice overs by Dobson himself promoting his unorthodox views on religion and cosmology.

[eppur_se_muova]

1. So sorry to hear of his passing. He really brought astronomy to the people.

Much of the "Dobsonian revolution" occurred while I was in grad school and unaware of what was going on. Really amazing what a difference there is between books for ATM's today and prior to Dobson.

(Not that I share his views on religion, but anyone who can introduce 24" reflectors to sidewalk star parties deserves much kudos.)

[jakeXT]

2. They deleted it from youtube ... I really liked the reactions from the public.

[eppur_se_muova]

3. K&R This man deserves more recognition for his work nt