Mindsteps to the Cosmos shows how modern global civilization depends on giant leaps of understanding that have been made in the past. Science and technology have been inspired and formulated by the sky -- the cosmos in which we live. Human development could not have taken place on a cloud-shrouded planet. Mathematics was invented to track the movements of the sun, moon and stars even though back then these were thought to be gods. The space program has taken us beyond the earth, and satellite systems are exploring to the ...
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Mindsteps to the Cosmos shows how modern global civilization depends on giant leaps of understanding that have been made in the past. Science and technology have been inspired and formulated by the sky -- the cosmos in which we live. Human development could not have taken place on a cloud-shrouded planet. Mathematics was invented to track the movements of the sun, moon and stars even though back then these were thought to be gods. The space program has taken us beyond the earth, and satellite systems are exploring to the ends of the visible universe. This book provides the reader with algorithms to construct personal computer programs for finding the position of the moon and planets, and for calculating dates through historic periods in the Egyptian as well as the old and new style calendars.
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Poor. Dust jacket has light scratches/marks and outer edges have minor scuffs. Textblock has light foxing. Book content is in good readable condition. 352 p. Ill. Intended for professional and scholarly audience.
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Fair. Buy with confidence! Comes with our 100% money back guarantee! ! Tracking included with every order! ! ! The dust jacket shows normal wear and tear. The dust jacket has damage or tearing. The dust jacket shows some markings....Dust jacket has creases. The cover shows normal wear and tear....Some corner dings....The pages show normal wear....
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Very Good in Fair jacket. Size: 9x6x1; No Stock Photos! We photograph every item. edge wear to boards; jacket is missing pieces, torn & worn at edges; Mindsteps to the Cosmos shows how modern global civilization depends on giant leaps of understanding that have been made in the past. Science and technology have been inspired and formulated by the sky--the cosmos in which we live. Human development could not have taken place on a cloud-shrouded planet. Mathematics was invented to track the movements of the sun, moon and stars even though back then these were thought to be gods. The space program has taken us beyond the earth, and satellite systems are exploring to the ends of the visible universe. This book provides the reader with algorithms to construct personal computer programs for finding the position of the moon and planets, and for calculating dates through historic periods in the Egyptian as well as the old and new style calendars.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
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UsedVeryGood. Hardcover; signed and inscribed by the author on the title page; light fadi ng and shelf wear to exterior; otherwise in very good condition with clean text and tight binding. Dust jacket shows light scuffing and a few small ed ge tears.
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1984. Souvenir. First edition GB. Fine. Dj: VG. 9.5x6.5. 340pp. B/w photos & illus throughout. 727g. From the dawn of prehistory, human beings have been aware of the wonders of the cosmos and have sought to find their place in the great scheme of things. This is a personal voyage through time and space, describing five dramatic leaps-or Mindsteps-in human understanding of the cosmos.
