If you have a desire to actually learn more about those faint fuzzies, as well as some planetary science, this volume might be a good place to start. However, if you are a typical amateur astronomer, I doubt this book will be on your short list. A good beginner's book for someone who wants to understand a little more about the nature of things in the sky, yet on a practical level. Good observing information mixed with a bit of science. An interesting mix of musings, speculation, science fiction, and science.
Contributions come from several elite authors.
A fun read, but nothing that really contributes directly to a night out under the stars with your scope. Most major book retailers have at least a few astronomy titles on their shelves. An alternative source is the Astronomy Book Club, which you may see advertised in the monthly astronomy magazines. You can sometimes pick up some good buys for the low entrance fee, but over time, you will probably find the titles a bit limited. I belonged to it a long time ago, got my library started, and then bailed out after my purchase obligations were met.