Annals Of The Dudley Observatory V1 (1866)

By Washington Hunt

Book Overview

Annals of the Dudley Observatory is a historical book written by Washington Hunt in 1866. The book chronicles the establishment and early years of the Dudley Observatory, which was founded in 1852 in Albany, New York. The observatory was one of the first in the United States and played a significant role in advancing astronomy and astrophysics in the country.The book provides a detailed account of the observatory's history, including its early struggles, its scientific achievements, and the personalities involved in its founding and operation. It also includes descriptions of the instruments and techniques used by the observatory's astronomers, as well as their discoveries and contributions to the field of astronomy.Overall, Annals of the Dudley Observatory is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of astronomy and the development of scientific institutions in the United States. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of American astronomy and the individuals who helped shape the field.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: 1164577514
• ISBN13: 9781164577515
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 342 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"