A New Treatise On Astronomy, And The Use Of The Globes: In Two Parts (1850)

By James M'Intire

Book Overview

""A New Treatise On Astronomy, And The Use Of The Globes: In Two Parts"" is a comprehensive guide to the study of astronomy and the use of globes, written by James McIntire and originally published in 1850. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part covering the basics of astronomy, including the history of the science, the solar system, the stars, and the constellations. McIntire also discusses the principles of optics and telescopes, as well as the methods used to measure the positions and distances of celestial objects.The second part of the book focuses on the use of globes, which were commonly used in the 19th century as educational tools for studying astronomy. McIntire explains how to use the globes to study the movements of the sun, moon, and planets, as well as the constellations and the celestial sphere. He also provides detailed instructions for constructing and using various types of globes, including terrestrial and celestial globes.Throughout the book, McIntire includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts he is discussing. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal resource for students and amateur astronomers alike. Despite its age, ""A New Treatise On Astronomy, And The Use Of The Globes"" remains a valuable reference for anyone interested in the study of astronomy or the history of science.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437462138
• ISBN13: 9781437462135
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"