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Astronomy: A Populace Handbook (1913)

Astronomy: A Populace Handbook (1913)

Jacoby, Harold

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ISBN10: 1163990426
ISBN13: 9781163990421
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 514
Weight: 1.50
Height: 1.03 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Astronomy: A Populace Handbook is a book written by Harold Jacoby and first published in 1913. The book is a comprehensive guide to the study of astronomy, designed for a general audience. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history of astronomy, the solar system, stars and galaxies, and the tools and techniques used by astronomers. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a specific aspect of astronomy. The first section provides an overview of the history of astronomy, from ancient civilizations to the modern era. The second section explores the solar system, including the planets, asteroids, and comets. The third section covers stars and galaxies, including their formation, evolution, and classification. The fourth section discusses the tools and techniques used by astronomers, such as telescopes, spectroscopy, and photometry. Throughout the book, Jacoby provides clear explanations of complex concepts and uses illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the material. The book also includes a glossary of terms and an index for easy reference. Overall, Astronomy: A Populace Handbook is an accessible and informative guide to the study of astronomy, suitable for both beginners and more advanced readers.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.

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