Astronomy of To-day: A Popular Introduction in Non-Technical Language by Dolmage
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| Author | Dolmage, Cecil Goodrich Julius, -1908 |
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| Title | Astronomy of To-day: A Popular Introduction in Non-Technical Language |
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| Summary | "Astronomy of To-day: A Popular Introduction in Non-Technical Language" by Cecil G. Dolmage is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book aims to present the science of astronomy in an accessible way, stripping technical jargon to make it understandable for the general reader. It covers a range of topics including ancient and modern views of the universe, celestial mechanics, and significant astronomical phenomena, all while emphasizing the relevance of these concepts to our daily lives. The opening of the work establishes the author's intent to demystify astronomy, positing that understanding celestial phenomena is not as complex as it might seem. Dolmage explains the transition from ancient beliefs about the cosmos, like the Earth-centered Ptolemaic system, to the Copernican revolution that placed the sun at the center of our Solar System. He outlines foundational astronomical concepts, touching on the shapes and motions of celestial bodies and how they were perceived historically. This foundation sets the stage for readers to explore further into the Universe’s mysteries with clarity and curiosity, preparing them for an engaging journey through contemporary astronomical knowledge. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QB: Science: Astronomy |
| Subject | Astronomy |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28570 |
| Release Date | Apr 21, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 160 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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