Curiosities Of The Sky

By Garrett P. Serviss

Book Overview

Curiosities of the Sky is a book written by Garrett P. Serviss, first published in 1909. The book is a collection of essays on various astronomical topics, ranging from the history of astronomy to the latest scientific discoveries. The author takes the reader on a journey through the stars, planets, and other celestial bodies, exploring their mysteries and curiosities. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the moon's influence on the earth, the possibility of life on other planets, the history of comets, and the nature of the Milky Way. The author also discusses the latest scientific theories and discoveries, including Einstein's theory of relativity and the discovery of new planets beyond our solar system. With its engaging style and fascinating content, Curiosities of the Sky remains a classic work of popular science and a must-read for anyone interested in astronomy and the mysteries of the universe.From a historical and picturesque point of view, one of the most striking results of the motions of the stars described in the last chapter is their effect upon the forms of the constellations, which have been watched and admired by mankind from a period so early that the date of their invention is now unknown. The constellations are formed by chance combinations of conspicuous stars, like figures in a kaleidoscope, and if our lives were commensurate with the �����ons of cosmic existence we should perceive that the kaleidoscope of the heavens was ceaselessly turning and throwing the stars into new symmetries.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1161427651
• ISBN13: 9781161427653
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 114 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.0" x 10.0"