Practical Astronomy and Geodesy: Including the Projections of the Sphere and Spherical Trigonometry; For the Use of the Royal Military College (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

John Narrien

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0365257451 ISBN 13: 9780365257455

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Sharpen practical skills for real-world exploration and engineering.

The book provides a focused introduction to Practical Astronomy and Geodesy, including the projections of the sphere, designed for scientific travelers and military use. It emphasizes usable methods and computations over purely descriptive astronomy.

This edition guides readers through essential tools, core theorems, and practical applications. It covers how observations are planned with portable instruments, how to compute celestial positions, and how to determine key Earth and sky measurements for field work.

• fundamentals of astronomy and spherical trigonometry tailored for real-world use
• descriptions of instruments and observation methods applied in the field
• methods for computing eclipses, terrestrial longitudes, and solar/planetary motions
• approaches to geodesy, surveying, pendulum experiments, and terrestrial magnetism

Ideal for readers of navigational and surveying topics, or anyone preparing for work abroad where observations inform science and strategy.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0365257451
• ISBN 13: 9780365257455
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 483