Book, movie and hobby

I have been interested in Astronomy since like 12, had an Optical telescope
since about then too. Then got interested in Radio Astronomy, but never got
around to it. 20+ years later, trying to break back into both fields.

I had a book by I believe "David Heiserman" (sp?) ??? dealing with Radio
Astronomy (not acutal title). It sort of got ruined and I've never been able
to find a replacement copy. Anyone have one for sale?

Have read along the way though, that SETI has sort of asked the Radio
Amateurs and Amateur Radio Astronomers - to tune in - to help in the search
for signals. I'd love to know what frequencies ranges "should" be searched
and any other tips one may offer.

Also, I seen the movie just recently - "Contact". I was excited about it at
the beginning, but the ending sort of disappointed me. But, it was enough to
stir my desires to get back into this hobby. So, all in all, I suppose it
did a good job.

Any suggestions as to equipment - least/most - etc? Some of the books I read
when in high school suggested only basic sorts of things. Finco 4 TV
antennas in an array, a strip chart recorder or VOM, Speaker, switching to
test signals, receiver - some were I believe in the 140 MHz region or maybe
closer to 2meters. I can't recall exactly. Also some just above the FM
broadcast band. However, I think those were more for picking up the waves
such as emitted from the sun and Jupiter. I'm sure there are other - much
higher frequencies to listen into.

Also, I've read somewhere that around 18 MHz, there is a sound from Jupiter
that can be heard... A staccato note or a sound similar to the waves of the
ocean coming into shore. I've heard this, IF that is indeed what it is
supposed to be.

I'd sure like to get into this a bit more. Back then I even worked to get my
Amateur License to do EME as a small part of my RA hobby. THAT was the
driver for me to get the Ham license. But since I have been licensed - the
Astronomy fields took a back seat. Life happened! Married, kids, etc. Now,
I'm where I can play a bit.... so, am looking to get my ducks in a row to
the extent possible to allow me to enjoy the hobby as I had intended.

So, any help - leads to needed equipment or plans/schematics, welcome.

Thanks.

clf


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