Observations Upon the Late Great Comet and Transit of Venus (Classic Reprint): Made at Crowborough, Sussex, in the Year 1882 - Couverture souple

Prince, C. L.

9781334482908: Observations Upon the Late Great Comet and Transit of Venus (Classic Reprint): Made at Crowborough, Sussex, in the Year 1882

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ISBN 10 : 133448290X ISBN 13 : 9781334482908

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An eye-witness account of two historic sky events from 1882

This nonfiction book presents a first-hand record of the great comet of 1882 and the transit of Venus observed from Crowborough, Sussex. It combines weather notes, observational detail, and the author’s own sketches, offering readers a window into 19th‑century astronomy and how observers interpreted dramatic celestial events.

The text frames the events with context about scientific questions of the era, including how spectra revealed the comet’s composition and how orbital calculations shaped expectations. It also shares reflections on the public fascination and the evolving methods astronomers used to measure the distance to the Sun.

First-hand notes on observing the comet’s brightness, spectrum, and nucleus behavior.
Detailed timing and description of the Venus transit, including observations of the planet’s halo and edge effects.
Illustrative sketches accompanying the observations, plus commentary on interpreting atmospheric phenomena.
Background on historical attempts to determine solar distance and the orbit of a long-period comet.

Ideal for readers of historical science, astronomy enthusiasts, and anyone curious about how 19th‑century observers documented rare celestial events.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 133448290X
ISBN 13: 9781334482908
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Nombre de pages: 64
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Observations Upon the Late Great Comet and Transit of Venus (Classic Reprint)

C. L. Prince

Edit� par Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10 : 133448290X ISBN 13 : 9781334482908

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents an assortment of astronomical studies and celestial discoveries, including the Great Comet of 1882 and the Transit of Venus. Incisive and detailed, the author provides a record of cometary orbits, drawing from a wealth of observations, calculations, and historical accounts to piece together the movement and appearances of these enigmatic celestial objects. Beyond the book's chronicles of cometary observations, the author also delves into the scientific and atmospheric phenomena associated with the Transit of Venus. The text includes illustrations and figures to aid the reader in visualizing the celestial bodies, their orbits, and positions relative to Earth and other planets. Concluding with a discussion on the possible existence of a satellite of Venus, this book offers a valuable resource for astronomy enthusiasts, historians, and anyone fascinated by the exploration of our solar system. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781334482908_0

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