Excerpt from Familiar Lessons on Astronomy: Designed for the Use of Children and Youth in Schools and Families
In no class in community is this fact more evident than in the young, who hunger and thirst after knowledge. Give' give! Cries the young child, and he is never satiated in learning new truths and gaining new ideas.
If the mind be properly trained and cultivated - and by mind is not meant the intellect alone, but the whole mind, social, moral and intellectual - there is no disposition to idle ness and vice.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a sweeping chronicle of astronomy that illuminates the evolution of our understanding of the cosmos. Beginning with the ancients' reverence for the night sky, the author traces the development of astronomy through the groundbreaking theories of Copernicus and Galileo, to the latest discoveries enabled by modern telescopes. Blending scientific facts with captivating narratives, the book explores the nature of the planets, the mysteries of black holes, and the possibility of extraterrestrial life. The author's clear and engaging writing style makes complex astronomical concepts accessible to readers of all levels, inspiring a profound appreciation for the vastness and wonder of the universe. Through its exploration of astronomy's rich history and cutting-edge advancements, this book not only provides a comprehensive overview of the field but also reveals the profound impact astronomy has on our understanding of our place in the universe, fostering a sense of awe and curiosity in the reader. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780259991557_0
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