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Title: Astronomy for Amateurs
Note: Reading ease score: 66.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "Astronomy for Amateurs" by Camille Flammarion is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a guide to understanding the universe and the principles of astronomy, aiming to inspire and educate amateur stargazers. With a poetic approach, it invites readers to contemplate the beauty of the night sky and encourages a deeper appreciation for the stars and celestial phenomena. The opening of the book presents a reflection on the divine and sublime nature of astronomy, emphasizing its role as a source of inspiration and wonder for humanity. Flammarion describes the joy of observing the night sky, where the majesty of stars and constellations ignites curiosity and contemplation. He highlights the historical significance of women in astronomy, promoting their contributions and encouraging their involvement in the field. Through rich imagery and philosophical musings, the author lays the groundwork for a more structured exploration of astronomical concepts that will follow in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Flammarion, Camille, 1842-1925
Translator: Welby, Frances A. (Frances Alice), 1862-1947
EBook No.: 25267
Published: Apr 30, 2008
Downloads: 446
Language: English
Subject: Astronomy
LoCC: Science: Astronomy
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Astronomy for Amateurs
Note: Reading ease score: 66.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Jason Isbell, Greg Bergquist and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Astronomy for Amateurs" by Camille Flammarion is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a guide to understanding the universe and the principles of astronomy, aiming to inspire and educate amateur stargazers. With a poetic approach, it invites readers to contemplate the beauty of the night sky and encourages a deeper appreciation for the stars and celestial phenomena. The opening of the book presents a reflection on the divine and sublime nature of astronomy, emphasizing its role as a source of inspiration and wonder for humanity. Flammarion describes the joy of observing the night sky, where the majesty of stars and constellations ignites curiosity and contemplation. He highlights the historical significance of women in astronomy, promoting their contributions and encouraging their involvement in the field. Through rich imagery and philosophical musings, the author lays the groundwork for a more structured exploration of astronomical concepts that will follow in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Flammarion, Camille, 1842-1925
Translator: Welby, Frances A. (Frances Alice), 1862-1947
EBook No.: 25267
Published: Apr 30, 2008
Downloads: 446
Language: English
Subject: Astronomy
LoCC: Science: Astronomy
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.