Isbn: 9780259991908 - library of useful knowledge, vol. 3: natural philosophy; astronomy, history of astronomy, mathematical geography, physical geography, and navigation; ... terms, and an index (classic reprint) (4 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book presents the history of the development of astronomy, from its rudimentary origins through the late 18th century, tracing how the field evolved from basic observations of the night sky to a sophisticated and systematic science. The author details the groundbreaking work of ancient astronomers like Ptolemy and Aristarchus, the revolutionary ideas of Copernicus and Galileo, and the contributions of Kepler and Newton, among others. Also discussed are the key discoveries and instruments used over the centuries that helped astronomers gain a deeper understanding of the cosmos. An accessible and engaging text, the book explores the challenges and controversies astronomers faced as they unraveled the mysteries of the universe, highlighting the profound impact their work has had on our understanding of our place within it. 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.…

Zustand: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 528 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.