John Couch Adams and the Discovery of Neptune

By Harold Spencer Jones

Originally published in 1947, this book presents a concise account of the role of John Couch Adams (1819-92) in the discovery of Neptune. Excerpts from Adams' letters are incorporated throughout the text. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in astronomy and the history of science.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1107691893
• ISBN13: 9781107691896
• Release Date: April 2014
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 44 Pages
• Weight: 0.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 5.0" x 7.0"