Surya-Siddhanta: A Text Book Of Hindu Astronomy

By Ebenezer Burgess

Surya-Siddhanta: A Text Book Of Hindu Astronomy by Ebenezer Burgess is a comprehensive guide to the ancient Hindu system of astronomy. The book explores the principles and practices of Hindu astronomy and provides detailed information on the calculation of planetary positions, eclipses, and other astronomical events. The author draws on the Surya-Siddhanta, an ancient Hindu text that is considered to be one of the most important sources of knowledge on Hindu astronomy. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the movement of the sun and moon, the calculation of eclipses, the measurement of time, and the use of astronomical instruments. It also includes detailed explanations of the various astronomical calculations and formulas used in the Hindu system. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of Hindu astronomy, and provides a fascinating insight into one of the world's oldest scientific traditions.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1858 Edition.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1494130025
• ISBN13: 9781494130022
• Release Date: March 2014
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"