Isbn: 9780260544803 - astronomical and meteorological observations made at the radcliffe observatory, oxford, in the year 1864, vol. 24 (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents astronomical observations recorded by the Radcliffe Observatory during 1864. As part of ongoing work, the author uses advanced techniques to measure the positions and movements of celestial objects. Precise right ascension and north polar distance measurements are vital to building a catalogue of accurate star positions. The author highlights the development of instrumentation like the Heliometer and Transit Circle during the 19th century. The work shows how the diligence of the author and observatory staff, combined with the latest available technology, have contributed to astronomy's progress. 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.…