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The Gentleman s Diary, or the Mathematical Repository; An Almanack for the Year of Our Lord, 1754: Being the Second After Bissextile, or Leap Year; ... Adapted to the Ingenious Gentlemen Engaged - Softcover
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This book explores a series of lunar eclipses that occurred in the year 1754 and caused quite a stir among astronomers and the general public alike. The author provides detailed calculations for each eclipse, including the time of occurrence, the magnitude of the obscuration, and the path of totality. These calculations are based on the astronomical knowledge available at the time and offer a valuable insight into the scientific understanding of celestial events during the 18th century. Additionally, the book delves into the cultural and historical significance of these eclipses, examining how they were perceived and interpreted by people of the time. Overall, this book provides a comprehensive examination of a significant astronomical phenomenon, offering insights into both the scientific and cultural perspectives of the 18th century.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores a series of lunar eclipses that occurred in the year 1754 and caused quite a stir among astronomers and the general public alike. The author provides detailed calculations for each eclipse, including the time of occurrence, the magnitude of the obscuration, and the path of totality. These calculations are based on the astronomical knowledge available at the time and offer a valuable insight into the scientific understanding of celestial events during the 18th century. Additionally, the book delves into the cultural and historical significance of these eclipses, examining how they were perceived and interpreted by people of the time. Overall, this book provides a comprehensive examination of a significant astronomical phenomenon, offering insights into both the scientific and cultural perspectives of the 18th century. 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 # 9781334945021_0
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