Recreations in Astronomy by Henry White Warren
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About this eBook
| Author | Warren, Henry White, 1831-1912 |
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| Title |
Recreations in Astronomy
With Directions for Practical Experiments and Telescopic Work |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Robert J. Hall. |
| Summary | "Recreations in Astronomy" by Henry White Warren is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work serves as both an exploration of astronomical concepts and a guide for practical experiments, aimed at making the complexities of the universe more accessible to the general reader. It weaves together the advancements in astronomy and the interplay of science and spirituality, suggesting a divine order behind the celestial mechanics. The opening of this volume introduces the reader to the awe-inspiring nature of the cosmos, drawing parallels between the movement of celestial bodies and the creative processes of the mind. Warren emphasizes the evolution of astronomical thought, describing how our understanding has shifted from a simplistic view of stars as mere points of light to a sophisticated appreciation of them as suns, each with their own lifecycle and characteristics. With a poetic tone, the author lays the groundwork for a deeper exploration of astronomy, proposing that the very study of the heavens leads to a greater understanding of the divine. The texts invite readers to engage their imagination and curiosity, hinting at the practical experiments and discoveries that will follow in the chapters ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QB: Science: Astronomy |
| Subject | Astronomy |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 15620 |
| Release Date | Apr 14, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Apr 2, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 133 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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