This book presents a new photographic method of determining stellar parallax, the apparent displacement of a star's position due to Earth's orbit around the Sun. The author, a leading astronomer of his time, examines the potential of this novel technique through a series of detailed case studies of carefully selected stars. The book provides a comprehensive account of the method's accuracy, limitations, and potential applications, setting the stage for future advancements in the field. Through the author's meticulous research and analysis, this book contributes significantly to the understanding of stellar distances and the broader study of stellar astronomy. Its findings continue to inform and inspire astronomers to this day, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of astronomical observation and measurement techniques.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a new photographic method of determining stellar parallax, the apparent displacement of a star's position due to Earth's orbit around the Sun. The author, a leading astronomer of his time, examines the potential of this novel technique through a series of detailed case studies of carefully selected stars. The book provides a comprehensive account of the method's accuracy, limitations, and potential applications, setting the stage for future advancements in the field. Through the author's meticulous research and analysis, this book contributes significantly to the understanding of stellar distances and the broader study of stellar astronomy. Its findings continue to inform and inspire astronomers to this day, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of astronomical observation and measurement techniques. 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 # 9781333659431_0
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