Urania: A Rhymed Lesson

By Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. and Holmes Oliver Wendell

Book Overview

Urania: A Rhymed Lesson is a book of poetry written by Oliver Wendell Holmes. The poems in this book are dedicated to the muse of astronomy, Urania, and explore various aspects of the universe and our place in it. The poems are written in rhymed verse and are accompanied by beautiful illustrations that bring the words to life. Holmes uses his poetic skill to describe the wonders of the cosmos, from the stars and planets to the mysteries of black holes and dark matter. He also delves into the history of astronomy, paying homage to the great scientists of the past who paved the way for our understanding of the universe. Overall, Urania: A Rhymed Lesson is a captivating and educational book that will appeal to anyone with an interest in astronomy and the wonders of the universe.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: 1163747645
• ISBN13: 9781163747643
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"