The Elements of Astronomy: With Methods for Determining the Longitudes, Aspects, &C. Of the Planets for Any Future Time; And an Extensive Set of ... for the Use of Schools and Junior Students - Softcover
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Explore the foundations of astronomy and globe-based problem solving.
This traditional text explains the essentials of astronomy in a clear, student‑friendly way, with methods to determine longitudes, aspects, and planetary positions for any future time. Rich with practical exercises, it also offers an extensive set of geographical and astronomical problems that can be tackled with globes and simple instruments.
This edition revises and clarifies concepts for school use, making the subject approachable for junior students and curious readers alike. It combines explanations with hands‑on problems, helping learners connect theory to real-world measurements on the globe.- Learn how to locate latitudes and longitudes, and how to compute time differences between places.
- Engage with planetary problems and globe‑based exercises that illustrate celestial motions.
- Practice with a classroom‑friendly structure, vocabulary, and question sets designed to reinforce understanding.
- See how astronomy connects with navigation, geography, and daily life through practical examples.
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