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Excerpt from A Compendious Treatise on the Use of the Globes, and of Maps: Compiled From the Works of Keith, Ferguson, Adams, Hutton, Bryan, Goldsmith, and Other Eminent Authors, Being a Blain and Comprehensive Introduction to the Practical Knowledge of Geography and Astronomy, Containing Also a Brief View of the Solar System; A
Although many works Of standard excel lence are extant on the use of the globes, and on the elements Of geographical and astronomical knowledge, they are, in gene ral, too expensive for introduction into the Schools and Academies Of this country.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2017
- ISBN 10 1334160856
- ISBN 13 9781334160851
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages196
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, a compendium of useful knowledge for students and teachers alike, is an indispensable guide to using globes and maps as tools for geographical and astronomical studies. The author, an experienced instructor, draws on classic works and up-to-date understanding in the fields of geography and astronomy to deliver a concise and accessible introduction to the basic principles of celestial and terrestrial navigation. Through its clear explanations, the book illuminates the function and application of these instruments in discerning the positions and movements of heavenly bodies, facilitating the understanding of fundamental astronomical concepts, and unlocking the secrets of the Earth's geography. 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 # 9781334160851_0
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