This antiquarian book contains a fascinating treatise on astronomy, with directions for practical experiments and telescopic work. Written in simple language and containing a wealth of interesting elementary information on the subject, this text will be of considerable value to the novice astronomer as well as those with a keen interest in the history and development of astronomy. Although old, much of the information contained here is timeless, making this a great addition to collections of allied literature and one not to ...
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This antiquarian book contains a fascinating treatise on astronomy, with directions for practical experiments and telescopic work. Written in simple language and containing a wealth of interesting elementary information on the subject, this text will be of considerable value to the novice astronomer as well as those with a keen interest in the history and development of astronomy. Although old, much of the information contained here is timeless, making this a great addition to collections of allied literature and one not to be missed by the discerning enthusiast. The chapters of this book include: Creative Processes, Constitution of Light, Chemistry of Sun revealed by Light, Creative Forces of Light, Astronomical Instruments, The Telescope, The Spectroscope, Celestial Measurements, Celestial Movements, The Sun, What the Sun does for Us, et cetera. This volume is being republished now complete with a new introduction on the history of astronomy.
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Very Good with no dust jacket. Hardcover with no dust jacket. 1886 Chataqua Press edition, NAP. Brown cloth w/gilt. Corners are bumped. Spine extremeties are lightly rubbed and there are small tears in the cloth. Cloth is just a bit rubbed along edges of spine. A few small spots on the boards. Page edges are age-darkened. Small abrasion on first blank page edge. Former owner's name pencilled on second blank page. Solid copy with 83 illustrations and maps.; 25A; 7-1/2" x 5-1/4"
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1879, Harper & Brothers
Hardcover
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Publisher:
Harper & Brothers
Published:
1879
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
8344614443
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