Navigation And Nautical Astronomy In Theory And Practice (1882)

By John Radford Young

Book Overview

Navigation And Nautical Astronomy In Theory And Practice is a comprehensive guidebook written by John Radford Young in 1882. The book covers the principles of navigation and nautical astronomy, providing a detailed explanation of the methods used for determining a ship's position at sea. The book begins with an overview of the basics of navigation, including the use of charts, compasses, and sextants. It then delves into the principles of nautical astronomy, covering topics such as the celestial sphere, the positions of the stars and planets, and the use of astronomical observations for determining latitude and longitude. Throughout the book, Young provides practical examples and exercises to help readers apply the concepts they have learned. He also includes numerous tables and diagrams to aid in calculations and visualizations. Navigation And Nautical Astronomy In Theory And Practice is a valuable resource for sailors, navigators, and anyone interested in the history and principles of navigation. It provides a thorough understanding of the methods used for navigating at sea, and is a testament to the importance of nautical astronomy in the development of modern navigation techniques.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: 1167004264
• ISBN13: 9781167004261
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"