Reports On Observations of Encke's Comet During Its Return in 1871
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This book presents a series of astronomical observations and analyses of Encke's Comet during its return in 1871. The observations were conducted by astronomers of the United States Naval Observatory and other institutions using state-of-the-art telescopes and instruments. The book includes detailed descriptions of the comet's movements, appearance, and composition, as well as discussions of the physical and mathematical principles underlying astronomical observation and calculation. This book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in astronomy, celestial mechanics, or the history of science.
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