The Story of the Solar System (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Collett, Robert F.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1440068216 ISBN 13 : 9781440068218

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the Solar System in clear, engaging terms and discover how ancient questions meet modern discoveries. This popular survey explains what makes comets, the Moon, and the planets so fascinating, with vivid explanations that don’t require prior science training.

This edition presents a broad, accessible view of our celestial neighborhood. It traces early ideas, describes observations, and summarizes key debates about lunar features, planetary motion, and the nature of cosmic bodies, all in plain language and reader-friendly detail.

• Plain explanations of comets, lunar terrain, and planetary rotation without heavy jargon


• Illustrations of how maps and telescopic views shaped our view of the Solar System


• Historical notes on observers and instruments that broadened our knowledge


• Context for why these topics matter to anyone curious about the heavens

Ideal for readers of popular science and anyone curious about how scientists study space, from the Moon’s surface to the paths of distant comets. This book is a solid choice for curious minds and students seeking a clear overview of our cosmic surroundings.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Story of theS tars told of far distant suns, many of them probably with planets revolving around them, I have in the present volume, which is a companion to the former one, to treat of theS un in particular ourS un as we may call him and the body of attendants which own his sway by revolving round him. The attendants are the planets, commonly so called, together with a certain number of comets. I shall deal with all these objects rather from a descriptive and practical than from a speculative or essay point of view, and with special reference to the convenience and opportunities of persons possessing, or having access to, what may be called popular telescopes telescopes say of from two to four inches of aperture, and costing any sum between 10 and 50. There is much pleasure and profit to be got out of telescopes of this type, always presuming that they are used by persons possessed of patience and perseverance.
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About the Publisher

Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.

Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text. Read books online for free at www.forgottenbooks.org

Biographie de l'auteur

George Frederick Chambers (1841–1915) was a barrister, amateur astronomer and author, who wrote a number of popular books about science.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1440068216
• ISBN 13: 9781440068218
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 200
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