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A Catalogue Of 1112 Stars: Reduced From Observations Made At The Royal Observatory At Greenwich, From The Years 1816 To 1833

A Catalogue Of 1112 Stars: Reduced From Observations Made At The Royal Observatory At Greenwich, From The Years 1816 To 1833

Observatory, Royal Greenwich

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General ReferenceAstronomy & SpaceGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1179265769
ISBN13: 9781179265766
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Sep 2 2011
Pages: 134
Weight: 0.44
Height: 0.29 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

A Catalogue Of 1112 Stars presents the meticulously reduced astronomical observations conducted at the Royal Observatory at Greenwich from 1816 to 1833. This historical record offers a glimpse into the early 19th-century efforts to map and catalogue the stars. Compiled by the Royal Greenwich Observatory, this catalogue represents a crucial resource for astronomers and historians of science. The observations provide a detailed snapshot of the celestial sphere as it was understood at the time, reflecting the techniques and technologies employed in astronomical research during this period. As a primary source document, this catalogue offers invaluable insights into the development of astronomy and its impact on navigation, timekeeping, and our understanding of the cosmos.

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