Excerpt from A Popular Inquiry Into the Moon's Rotation on Her Axis
It is with much diffidence that the Author submits the present Essay to the Public. To solve a scientific problem in a popular manner; to render an intricate astronomical question - misunderstood by the majority of Astronomers themselves - generally intelligible; to oppose the universal current of scientific opinion; and to prove the most eminent Philosophers and the greatest Mathematicians of this and the past century to have been in error respecting a subject, to which their attention and the exercise of their highest powers have so long been directed, - is an attempt not lightly to be undertaken, and suggestive of serious reflections.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the long-standing debate about whether or not the moon rotates on its axis, examining the scientific evidence astronomers have gathered over centuries to answer this question. The author traces the history of this debate, from the first observations made by ancient astronomers to the latest findings from modern telescopes and spacecraft. Delving into the mechanics of celestial bodies, the author provides a clear explanation of the different types of motion that planets and moons can exhibit, contrasting the distinct characteristics of rotatory and progressive motion. The book also discusses the implications of the moon's rotation, or lack thereof, for our understanding of the moon's geological and physical properties, as well as its broader significance within the solar system. By examining the evidence and exploring the broader implications of the moon's rotation, this book offers a fresh perspective on a fundamental question in astronomy, inviting readers to reconsider their assumptions and explore the fascinating intricacies of our celestial neighbor. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332179589_0
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