An Elementary Introduction To The Nautical Almanac, And Astronomical Ephemeris (1842)

By G P. Payne and Admiralty naut . almanac office G P. Payne

Book Overview

""An Elementary Introduction To The Nautical Almanac, And Astronomical Ephemeris"" is a book written by G. P. Payne in 1842. The book serves as a guide for beginners who are interested in understanding the Nautical Almanac and Astronomical Ephemeris. It provides a detailed explanation of the principles and calculations involved in the creation of these two important tools used in navigation at sea. The Nautical Almanac is a publication that contains astronomical information, such as the positions of the sun, moon, planets, and stars, used by navigators to determine their position and plan their voyages. The Astronomical Ephemeris, on the other hand, is a table that provides the positions of celestial bodies at specific times, allowing for accurate astronomical observations. The book covers topics such as the use of logarithms, the calculation of time, the measurement of angles, and the determination of latitude and longitude. It also includes exercises and examples to help readers understand and apply the concepts discussed. Overall, ""An Elementary Introduction To The Nautical Almanac, And Astronomical Ephemeris"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in navigation, astronomy, or the history of science.Containing Familiar Explanations Of All The Technical Words And Phrases Used In That Work And Forming A Complete Epitome Of Astronomy.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: 1164568639
• ISBN13: 9781164568636
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"