A System Of Astronomy, On The Principles Of Copernicus (1827)

By John Vose

Book Overview

""A System of Astronomy, on the Principles of Copernicus"" is a book written by John Vose and originally published in 1827. The book is a comprehensive guide to astronomy, focusing on the principles established by Copernicus in the 16th century. The author provides a detailed explanation of the solar system, including the movements of the planets, the moon, and the sun. He also covers topics such as comets, eclipses, and the measurement of time. The book includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts discussed. Overall, ""A System of Astronomy, on the Principles of Copernicus"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of astronomy and the history of scientific thought.Containing, Besides The Usual Astronomical Calculations, A Catalogue Of Eclipses Visible In The United States During The Present Century And The Tales Necessary For Calculating Eclipses And Other Computation Of The Motion Of The Celestial Bodies.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: 1164125427
• ISBN13: 9781164125426
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 254 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"