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But every intelligent person should do more than merely spy out what his own eyes will see. He should have some real knowledge of what we know about the stars, - their distances, move ments, variableness, inter-relations their probable origin, progress as stars, possible destiny. The subject popularly treated is not so diflicult of understanding in many of its branches, and is by no means fanciful. Astronomy is a real thing; a genuine manifestation of the manifold glories of past ages; a presage of new evolutions in the future; a rescript of the visible thought and mind of God. It is another open book of Revelation, and, like the Bible itself, is both milk for the babe and meat for the strong.
Of course we do not mean to say that astron omy is so exact a science that all its problems are as demonstrable as a problem in Euclid. There are mere guesses connected with it, but these only surround its truths with a halo of romance. So far as real problems are solved it is an exact science. That the astronomers are enabled to cal culate, hundreds of years in advance, the precise moment of the transit of Venus across the Sun, or of an eclipse of the sun or moon, or when a cer tain comet is due to appear, only proves that facts have been acquired which are exact, and that the machinery of the heavens does not run on by chance but under fixed laws.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book plunges readers into the fascinating world of astronomy, detailing our vast knowledge of the universe and inspiring awe and wonder for these celestial bodies. The author avoids scientific jargon, instead presenting complex concepts with engaging simplicity, making it accessible to anyone curious about the cosmos. From the history of astronomy to the latest discoveries, this book presents a comprehensive overview of the field, delving into the distances, movements, and mysteries of stars. Discover the awe-inspiring scale of the universe as you explore the relationship between stars, planets, and galaxies, and gain a deeper appreciation for the place of our planet within the cosmos. The author masterfully weaves scientific facts with evocative language, creating a captivating journey that will ignite a passion for astronomy in readers of all levels. 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 9781333271817_0
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