Return to Dispensing Tools

Ophthalmic Optics Catalog

This is a list of popular references on vision, optics, lenses, and dispensing. Note that certain texts are out-of-print.

Ophthalmic Optics Texts

Adaptive Optics for Vision Science, by Porter, Queener, Lin, Thorn, & Awwal
A comprehensive text on the principles and applications of wavefront aberrations in adaptive optics and vision correction.
The Art and Science of Low Vision, by Freeman & Jose
An introductory text in prescribing and dispensing for low vision.
Bennett's Ophthalmic Prescription Work, by Wakefield
A introductory British text on ophthalmic optics, lenses, and fabrication.
Borish's Clinical Refraction, by Benjamin
A comprehensive revision of the classic text on ocular examination and refraction, and the standard text on the subject at many schools of optometry.
Clinical Anatomy of the Visual System, by Remington
A generously illustrated book on functional ocular anatomy from a primarily optometric perspective.
Clinical Manual on Aniseikonia, by Bannon
The classic text on managing aniseikonia published by American Optical. Out-of-print.
Clinical Optics, by Fannin & Grosvenor
An excellent book on ophthalmic optics and lenses, and the standard text on the subject at many schools of optometry.
Clinical Optics, by American Academy of Ophthalmology
A standard text on clinical, visual, and ophthalmic optics that also covers refraction, optical appliances, and instruments.
Clinical Optics and Refraction, by Keirl & Christie
A British text on clinical, visual, and ophthalmic optics that also covers refraction, optical appliances, and instruments.
Clinical Optics and Refraction, by Lehmann et al.
A British study guide for examinations and boards pertaining to visual optics and ocular refraction.
Clinical Visual Optics, by Rabbett & Bennett
An excellent British text on visual optics.
Collectible Eyeglasses, by Crestin-Billet
A generously illustrated review of unique, historical, and otherwise collectible eyewear.
Contact Lens Practice, by Efron
A popular British text on contact lens fitting and dispensing.
Contact Lens Practice, by Mandell
The standard text on contact lens fitting and dispensing. A must-have for any contact lens fitter.
Diagnosing and Treating Computer-Related Vision Problems, by Sheedy & McMinn
A well-written and comprehensive text on diagnosing and prescribing for computer-related vision problems.
Diagnosis and Management in Vision Care, by Amos
A copmrehensive text on primary eyecare, refraction, and vision correction. Out-of-print.
Dictionary of Ophthalmic Optics, by Keeney, Hagman, & Fratello
A dictionary on ophthalmic terminology, particularly in the areas of dispensing and optics.
Dispensing Pediatric Eyewear, by Schramm
A well-written and comprehensive text on dispensing eyewear for children.
Essentials of Ophthalmic Lens Work, by Brooks
The standard text on lens finishing and fabrication. An excellent reference for any finishing laboratory.
The Eye and Visual Optical Instruments, by Smith & Atchison
An advanced Australian text on visual optics and visual optical instruments with an emphasis on mathematical treatments.
The Fine Art of Prescribing Glasses, by Rubin & Milder
An well-written text on visual optics, clinical refraction, and spectacle dispensing from a clinical perspective.
Foundations of Vision, by Wandell
An advanced text in vision science and visual perception from a neurophysical and psychological perspective with an emphasis on image processing.
Geometrical Optics, by Fry
A classic textbook on geometrical optics from the Problems in Optometry series. Out-of-print.
Geometrical Optics Workbook, by Loshin
A workbook in geometrical optics.
Geometrical, Physical, and Visual Optics, by Keating
An excellent text on geometrical, physical, and visual optics with an emphasis on ophthalmic applications.
Geometrical and Visual Optics: A Clinical Introduction, by Schwartz
An introductory text on geometrical and visual optics.
Introduction to Geometrical Optics, by Katz
A good text on geometrical optics.
An Introduction to Visual Optics, by Tunnacliffe
An excellent British text on visual and ophthalmic optics. Order from the Association of British Dispensing Opticians.
An Introduction to the Visual System, by Tovee
An introductory text in vision science and visual perception from a neurophysical and psychological perspective.
Job Coach for Prescription Shop Operations, by Bausch & Lomb
A classic text on laboratory work that covers basic optics, lens finishing, and lens surfacing. Out-of-print.
Looking Back: An Illustrated History of the American Ophthalmic Industry, by Bruneni
A well-written and generously illustrated text chronicling the history of the optical industry in America.
Mirrors, Prisms, and Lenses, by Southall
A classic text in geometrical and ophthalmic optics. Out-of-print.
Modern Ophthalmic Lenses and Optical Glass, by Obrig
A classic text in geometrical and ophthalmic optics. Out-of-print.
Modern Optical Engineering, by Smith
A standard text on optics and modern optical engineering.
Ophthalmic Dispensing, by Stimson
A classic text on ophthalmic lenses and dispensing. Out-of-print.
Ophthalmic Dispensing and Mechanics, by Epting & Morgret
A classic text on ophthalmic lenses, fabrication, and dispensing. Out-of-print.
Ophthalmic Dispensing: Present Day Realities, by Drew
A well-written text by a legendary optician on various topics and technological advancements in ophthalmic lenses and dispensing. Out-of-print.
Ophthalmic Lenses, by Emsley & Swaine
A classic British text on ophthalmic optics and lenses. Out-of-print.
Ophthalmic Lenses and Dispensing, by Jalie
An impressive, full-color British text on ophthalmic lenses and dispensing considerations.
Ophthalmic Lenses Their History Theory and Application, by Bausch & Lomb
A 1935 reference on the history of the optical industry and the theory of spectacle lenses, with an emphasis on Bausch & Lomb, and its products. Out-of-print.
Ophthalmic Surfacing for Plastic and Glass Lenses, by Mancusi
A British text on lens surfacing. Out-of-print.
Optical Formulas Tutorial, by Stoner
A good reference on common optical formulas.
Optical Image Evaluation, by National Bureau of Standards
A historical text on optical testing and image evaluation. Out-of-print.
Optical Radiation and Visual Health, by Waxler & Hitchins
A text on optical radiation and ocular health. Out-of-print.
Optical Shop Testing, by Malacara
A great reference on optics and testing optical lenses and systems.
Optics, by Tunnacliffe & Hirst
An excellent British text on geometrical and physical optics. Order from the Association of British Dispensing Opticians.
Optics, by Sears
A concise, well-written text on geometrical and physical optics. Out-of-print.
Optics, by Freeman
An excellent text on geometrical, physical optics, and visual optics.
Optics: An Introduction for Ophthalmologists, by Ogle
The classic text on geometrical, visual, and ophthalmic optics from a clinical perspective. Out-of-print.
Optics: The Science of Vision, by Ronchi
A text from the 1950s discussing new theories in geometrical and visual optics.
Optics for Clinicians, by Rubin
An excellent introductory text on geometrical, physical optics, and visual optics from a clinical perspective.
The Optics of Ophthalmic Lenses, by Morgan
One of the most well-written texts on ophthalmic optics and lenses. Out-of-print.
Optics in Vision, by Obstfeld
A very useful British introductory text on the optics and correction of the eye and ametropia. Out-of-print.
Optometry: Science, Techniques and Clinical Management, by Rosenfield & Logan
A comprehensive, yet succinct British text on vision science and clinical technique in optometry.
Quality of Vision: Essential Optics for the Cataract and Refractive Surgeon, by Holladay
A book on basic ophthalmic and visual optics for ophthalmologists.
Practical Aspects of Ophthalmic Optics, by Dowaliby
A concise introductory text in ophthalmic optics and lenses.
Practical Ophthalmic Lenses, by Jalie & Wray
A British text on applications and worked problems in ophthalmic optics and lenses.
Primary Care Optometry, by Grosvenor
A text on ocular examination and refraction with sections on prescribing spectacle lenses, contact lenses, and low vision aids.
Principles and Practice of Optical Dispensing and Fitting, by Sasieni
The standard British text on ophthalmic dispensing for decades with a great deal of practical information. Out-of-print.
Principles of Ophthalmic Lenses, by Jalie
An excellent British text on ophthalmic optics and lenses.
Professional Ophthalmic Dispensing, by Drew
A classic British text on ophthalmic dispensing. Out-of-print.
Quality of Vision, by Holladay
An introductory text on visual optics and vision correction with an emphasis on cataract and refractive surgery.
Refraction of the Eye, by Hartridge
A historical text on visual optics. Out-of-print.
Refractive Anomalies, by Grosvenor & Flom
A comprehensive text on refractive anomalies and vision correction. Out-of-print.
Refractive Management of Ametropia, by Brookman
A text on refractive anomalies and vision correction. Out-of-print.
Renaissance Vision from Spectacles to Telescopes, by Ilardi
An excellent review of the history of spectacle lenses and other basic optics with an emphasis on developments during the Renaissance.
Spectacle Frames and Their Dispensing, by Obstfeld
A comprehensive British text on the design, production, and dispensing of spectacle frames.
Spectacle Lens Technology, by Horne
An excellent text on all aspects of spectacle lenses, lens production, and lens fabrication, generously illustrated. Out-of-print.
Spectacle Lenses: Theory and Practice, by Fowler & Petre
A comprehensive British text on the optics and production of spectacle lenses.
Sports Vision, by Erickson
A book on vision care for enhancing sports performance.
System for Ophthalmic Dispensing, by Brooks & Borish
The standard text on ophthalmic dispensing, as well the most comprehensive book available on the subject. A must-have for any optician.
Understanding Lens Surfacing, by Brooks
The standard text on lens surfacing. An excellent reference for any surfacing laboratory, or for eyecare professionals interested in the surfacing process.
Vision Science: From Photons to Phenomenology, by Palmer
An excellent text in vision science and visual perception from a neurophysical and psychological perspective.
Vision and Sports, by Gregg
An introductory text on sports vision. Out-of-print.
CRC's Vision and Visual Dysfunction, by Cronly-Dillon
A massive, 17-volume series on physiological optics and vision science. Out-of-print.
Visual Optics, by Emsley
The classic, authorative text on visual optics that set the standard. Out-of-print.
Visual Optics and Refraction: A Clinical Approach, by Michaels
An excellent, comprehensive text on visual optics, ophthalmic optics, and refraction. Out-of-print.
Visual Perception: A Clinical Orientation, by Schwartz
A standard text in visual perception from a primarily optometric perspective.
Visual Perception: An Introduction, by Wade & Swanston
An introductory text in visual perception from a chiefly psychological perspective.
Visual Stress, by Wilkins
A text on environmental, psychological, and physiological factors influencing eye strain and oculomotor stress. Out-of-print.
Wavefront Customized Visual Correction, by Krueger, Applegate, & MacRae
An authoritative text on the wavefront aberrations of the eye and wave-guided, customized refractive surgery.