Mars And Its Canals (1911)

By Percival Lowell

Book Overview

Mars and Its Canals is a book written by Percival Lowell in 1911. The book is a comprehensive study of the planet Mars and its famous canals. Lowell was an American astronomer who devoted much of his career to studying the Red Planet, and this book is the culmination of his observations and research. The book begins with an overview of Mars and its physical characteristics, such as its size, atmosphere, and temperature. Lowell then delves into the history of Mars and the various theories that have been proposed about its origins and evolution. The bulk of the book is devoted to Lowell's observations of the canals on Mars. Lowell believed that the canals were evidence of an advanced civilization on the planet, and he spent many years studying them in detail. He describes the various canals and their characteristics, and he speculates on their purpose and construction. Throughout the book, Lowell provides detailed illustrations and photographs of Mars and its canals. He also includes maps and charts to help readers understand the geography of the planet. Mars and Its Canals is a fascinating read for anyone interested in astronomy, space exploration, or the history of science. Lowell's observations and theories about Mars have had a lasting impact on our understanding of the planet, and this book is a testament to his dedication and passion for the subject.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: 1164074873
• ISBN13: 9781164074878
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 444 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"