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Cosmos: A Sketch of a Physical Description of the Universe V1 1858

Cosmos: A Sketch of a Physical Description of the Universe V1 1858

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Foreign Language GeneralFiction AnthologiesAstronomy & Space

ISBN10: 1162739460
ISBN13: 9781162739465
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 418
Weight: 1.23
Height: 0.85 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Cosmos: A Sketch of a Physical Description of the Universe V1 1858 is a book written by Alexander von Humboldt, a renowned naturalist and explorer. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the natural world and the universe, covering topics such as astronomy, geology, biology, and physics. The book is divided into five volumes, with the first volume focusing on the physical description of the universe. Humboldt presents a detailed account of the cosmos, including the stars, planets, and galaxies. He also explores the history of astronomy, from ancient times to the present day, and discusses the latest scientific discoveries and theories.Humboldt's writing is characterized by his poetic descriptions of the natural world, as well as his scientific rigor and attention to detail. He draws on his own experiences as a traveler and naturalist, as well as the work of other scientists and scholars.Overall, Cosmos: A Sketch of a Physical Description of the Universe V1 1858 is a seminal work in the history of science and a must-read for anyone interested in the natural world and the universe.One of Five Volumes. Translated By E.C. Otte, B.H. Paul and W.S. Dallas. Bohn's Scientific Library.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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