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Destinations, frais et délaisVendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book, published in 1849, is a fascinating snapshot of the state of astronomical research at the time. The author, a noted figure in the field, meticulously documents groundbreaking discoveries and ongoing debates about celestial objects like comets and planets, including the newly discovered asteroid Hygea. The book's focus is on the intricacies of planetary motion, offering a detailed examination of the perturbative function, a complex mathematical concept that explains the gravitational interactions between celestial bodies. The author delves into the ongoing debate over the orbit of the Great Comet of 1843, analyzing various theories and calculations, highlighting the challenges of determining a comet's path with limited observations. The book also explores the nature of Saturn's rings, a topic that captivated astronomers of the era. The author presents observations of the ring's disappearance and reappearance, and analyzes the competing theories about its structure, stability, and rotation. This discussion, rooted in the scientific methods and knowledge of the 19th century, provides insight into the intellectual landscape of astronomy at the time. Ultimately, the book captures the excitement and challenges of scientific exploration in a time of rapid discovery and theoretical development, offering readers a glimpse into the world of early astronomical research. 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 réf. du vendeur 9781528120456_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LX-9781528120456
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LX-9781528120456
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)