Report On The History Of The Discovery Of Neptune (1850)

By Benjamin Apthorp Gould Jr.

Book Overview

Report On The History Of The Discovery Of Neptune is a book written by Benjamin Apthorp Gould in 1850. The book provides a detailed account of the discovery of the planet Neptune, which was first observed in 1846 by astronomers Urbain Le Verrier and John Couch Adams. Gould's report includes a comprehensive analysis of the scientific and mathematical methods used by Le Verrier and Adams to determine the existence and location of Neptune, as well as the controversies and debates that arose in the scientific community following the discovery. The book also includes a discussion of the historical context of the discovery, including the role of previous astronomical discoveries and the political and social climate of the time. Overall, Report On The History Of The Discovery Of Neptune is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of astronomy and the scientific method.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: 1166923452
• ISBN13: 9781166923457
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 60 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"