Astronomy Explained Upon Sir Isaac Newton's Principles by James Ferguson
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| Author | Ferguson, James, 1710-1776 |
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| LoC No. | 85664882 |
| Title |
Astronomy Explained Upon Sir Isaac Newton's Principles
And made easy to those who have not studied mathematics |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by MFR, Sonya Schermann, and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Astronomy Explained Upon Sir Isaac Newton's Principles" by James Ferguson is a scientific publication written in the mid-18th century. This work delves into the principles of astronomy as established by Isaac Newton, making complex astronomical concepts accessible to those who lack a mathematical background. The book covers the solar system's structure, the nature of celestial bodies, and various astronomical phenomena, emphasizing the scientific significance and beauty of the universe. The beginning of the book introduces astronomy as the most sublime and useful of sciences, detailing its impact on human understanding and the vastness of the universe. Ferguson aims to convey not only the mechanics of celestial movements but also the grandeur of the cosmos, evoking a sense of wonder about the relationship between humanity and the divine. He emphasizes the infinitude of stars and systems, setting the tone for an exploration of the solar system's structure and properties, which unfolds in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QB: Science: Astronomy |
| Subject | Astronomy -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60619 |
| Release Date | Nov 3, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 164 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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