Chronicling The Golden Age Of Astronomy
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Chronicling The Golden Age Of Astronomy
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Author : Neil English
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2018-10-31
Chronicling The Golden Age Of Astronomy written by Neil English and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-10-31 with Science categories.
The invention of the telescope at the dawning of the 17th century has revolutionized humanity's understanding of the Universe and our place within it. This book traces the development of the telescope over four centuries, as well as the many personalities who used it to uncover brand-new revelations about the Sun, Moon, planets, stars and distant galaxies. Starting with early observers such as Thomas Harriot, Galileo, Johannes Hevelius, Giovanni Domenico Cassini, Robert Hooke and Christian Huygens, the book explores how these early observers arrived at essentially correct ideas concerning the objects they studied. Moving into the 18th and 19th centuries, the author describes the increasing sophistication of telescopes both large and small, and the celebrated figures who used them so productively, including the Herschels, Charles Messier, William Lassell and the Earls of Rosse. Many great discoveries were also made with smaller instruments when placed in the capable hands of the Struve dynasty, F.W. Bessel, Angelo Secchi and S.W Burnham, to name but a few. Nor were all great observers of professional ilk. The book explores the contributions made by the 'clerical astronomers,' William Rutter Dawes, Thomas William Webb, T.E.R Philips and T.H.E.C Espin, as well as the lonely vigils of E.E. Barnard, William F. Denning and Charles Grover. And in the 20th century, the work of Percival Lowell, Leslie Peltier, Eugene M. Antoniadi, Clyde Tombaugh, Walter Scott Houston, David H. Levy and Sir Patrick Moore is fully explored. Generously illustrated throughout, this treasure trove of astronomical history shows how each observer's work led to seminal developments in science, and providing key insights into how we go about exploring the heavens today.
Models Of Time And Space From Astrophysics And World Cultures
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Author : Bryan E. Penprase
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2023-07-24
Models Of Time And Space From Astrophysics And World Cultures written by Bryan E. Penprase and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-07-24 with Science categories.
Models of Time and Space from Astrophysics and World Cultures explores how our conceptions of time, space, and the physical universe have evolved across cultures throughout the centuries. Developed with a humanistic approach, this book blends historical sources, biographical profiles of exceptional scientists, and the latest discoveries in both astrophysics and particle physics. This rich read describes the incredible insights and ultimate limits of our knowledge, the physical universe, and how ideas old and new have converged, across the world, to build our current understanding of reality. From the Large Hadron Collider to the James Webb Space Telescope, we have mapped the universe from the smallest to largest scales; allowing us to gain fundamental knowledge that has transformed our understanding of the universe. The chapters herein will teach you about dark matter and dark energy, gravitational waves and other complex parts of the cosmos. Along the way, you will learn a thing or two about quantum mechanics, parallel universes, and the ultimate boundaries of the observable universe. This book cultivates insight from a variety of cultural traditions, including perspectives from both modern and ancient cultures, in order to show how our modern conceptions of space and time have arisen from the ongoing explorations within ancient world civilizations. It is a valuable, intriguing and insightful volume for those interested in the fields of historical astronomy and cultural astronomy, as well as for anyone interested in learning about the latest finds from the field of physics and astrophysics.
Thomas Harriot Science And Discovery In The English Renaissance
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Author : Robert Fox
language : en
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Release Date : 2022-12-29
Thomas Harriot Science And Discovery In The English Renaissance written by Robert Fox and has been published by Taylor & Francis this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-12-29 with History categories.
This volume sheds new light on one of the most remarkable polymaths of the English Renaissance. It offers original perspectives not only on Harriot’s personal achievements in mathematics and natural philosophy but also on the wider realms of exploration, colonial ambition, and philosophical debate in which he earned the attention and respect of contemporaries in and far beyond the socially elevated circles of his two great patrons, first Walter Ralegh and then Henry Percy, the ninth Earl of Northumberland. Harriot’s sixteenth-century world was one of unprecedented expansion in both scientific understanding and the discovery of new lands and peoples. The essays gathered here bring out forcefully the effect of this expanding vision, encapsulated in Harriot’s Briefe and true report of the new found land of Virginia (1588), the first detailed description of America to be published in the English language. In addition to an essay by a recent biographer of Harriot, the volume contains reworked versions of seven Thomas Harriot Lectures, an annual lecture series inaugurated in 1990 in Oriel College, Oxford. It follows two earlier volumes of Harriot Lectures, also edited by Robert Fox, that appeared in 2000 and 2012.
Ripples On The Cosmic Ocean
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Author : Dagomar Degroot
language : en
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Release Date : 2025-10-28
Ripples On The Cosmic Ocean written by Dagomar Degroot and has been published by Harvard University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-10-28 with History categories.
Changes in cosmic environments, from solar storms to asteroid impacts, have altered the course of history. Tracing how such events shaped geopolitics and spurred scientific and cultural innovation, Dagomar Degroot asks what comes next as the solar system becomes increasingly vulnerable to human activity.
Catalog Of Unconfirmed Comets Volume 1
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Author : Gary W. Kronk
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2023-05-09
Catalog Of Unconfirmed Comets Volume 1 written by Gary W. Kronk and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-05-09 with Science categories.
This catalog is the first in-depth investigation of comets that were reported since the 17th century, but not confirmed and subsequently lost. Volume I of this two-volume work covers objects observed between 1600 and 1899, a period that was dominated by visual observations and was experiencing a rapid evolution in science. The book uniquely combines the history and culture of comet hunting and discovery with modern tools of orbital mechanics to present a wholesome catalog of unconfirmed and suspected comets. Each case includes a presentation of the observations, a discussion about the observer (when possible), consideration of the historic context, and a conclusion as to the nature of the object. In most cases, the book presents material from original sources, including some never before published that were acquired from observatories, libraries, and historical societies around the world. Although some of these unconfirmed comets turned out to be misidentifications of planets or star clusters, fabrications, or poor observations of comets that were already being observed, the Authors did identify many objects that were likely real comets. In some cases, the Authors were even able to derive orbits for the first time. These observations may be valuable in the future, as they could prove to be observations of periodic comets still to be discovered.
Choosing Using Binoculars
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Author : Neil T. English
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2023-12-05
Choosing Using Binoculars written by Neil T. English and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-12-05 with Science categories.
Binoculars are life enhancing instruments, uniquely capable of bringing the intricacies of nature into sharp focus. Whether it be birds, majestic lakes and seas, alpine vistas, wild animals or exploring the glories of the night sky, anyone interested in buying binoculars today will be faced with a bewildering number of different models to choose from! This book walks the reader through the fascinating world of binoculars, past and present, while exploring all of the main binocular types, their desirable features, how to test out and narrow down the choices a prospective customer should make, as well as looking at some of the best and most-sought-after binoculars money can buy. Uniquely experienced writer and binocular enthusiast, Dr Neil English, takes the pain out of narrowing down the search for your ideal binocular, whether your budget is $50 or $5,000. Dr English explores many of the timeless beauties of the binocular world, crafted by top European and Japanese manufacturers, such as Swarovski, Zeiss, Nikon, Leica and others. Sumptuously illustrated throughout with full color images, Choosing & Using Binoculars decodes all the technical jargon without sacrificing accuracy and presents the world’s best compendium of binocular literature for the birder, hunter, inveterate traveler, nature enthusiast and star gazer. Don’t leave home without it!
And It Was So
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Author : Dr. Scott Ransom
language : en
Publisher: Archway Publishing
Release Date : 2022-10-18
And It Was So written by Dr. Scott Ransom and has been published by Archway Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-10-18 with History categories.
In “...And it was So” Dr. Scott Ransom argues that perceived gaps between science and the Biblical account of creation are symptoms of misinterpretation. A proper understanding of the Hebrew language, the audience for which Genesis was written, the process of Biblical translation, and the nature of science coalesce into a coherent picture of creation in which science and the Bible align. Ransom takes the reader into the story of creation and the science behind it, distilling complex scientific concepts into easily digestible nuggets, and along the way introducing us to many of the lesser-known heroes of scientific discovery. In the end the reader will have a new appreciation for both science and the Bible as well as the harmony that exists between both.
Explorer Le Ciel Les Plan Tes Et La Terre
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Author : Yaël Nazé
language : fr
Publisher: Odile Jacob
Release Date : 2025-05-14
Explorer Le Ciel Les Plan Tes Et La Terre written by Yaël Nazé and has been published by Odile Jacob this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-05-14 with Science categories.
Cosmos... Un mot qui fait rêver et nous invite au voyage ! Pourtant, pour percer les secrets de l’univers, les astronomes ont parfois dû entreprendre des expéditions aussi périlleuses qu’extraordinaires, quittant le confort de leurs observatoires pour affronter les éléments et les imprévus. De la chaleur écrasante des tropiques aux frissons des régions polaires, en passant par des rivalités scientifiques et des révolutions inattendues, ces explorateurs du ciel ont défié toutes les adversités. À travers des moments clés de l’histoire, ces « savantures » cosmiques témoignent de la détermination farouche de l’humain à surmonter les obstacles pour découvrir l’inconnu. Ce livre nous plonge dans des récits fascinants où la science rencontre l’audace humaine, prête à triompher de toutes les épreuves pour satisfaire une curiosité insatiable. Une véritable célébration de l’esprit d’aventure et de la soif de savoir qui a façonné notre compréhension du cosmos. Yaël Nazé est docteure en astrophysique et maître de recherches FNRS à l’université de Liège en Belgique. Sa spécialité est la recherche sur les étoiles massives (plus de 200 publications). Elle est très active dans la diffusion du savoir scientifique auprès du grand public (livres, articles, conférences, animations, expositions), et son activité de vulgarisation a été couronnée par plusieurs prix, dont le prix Jean-Perrin de la Société française de physique.
The Bad Ass Librarians Of Timbuktu
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Author : Joshua Hammer
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2016-04-19
The Bad Ass Librarians Of Timbuktu written by Joshua Hammer and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-04-19 with History categories.
**New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice** To save ancient Arabic texts from Al Qaeda, a band of librarians pulls off a brazen heist worthy of Ocean’s Eleven in this “fast-paced narrative that is…part intellectual history, part geopolitical tract, and part out-and-out thriller” (The Washington Post) from the author of The Falcon Thief. In the 1980s, a young adventurer and collector for a government library, Abdel Kader Haidara, journeyed across the Sahara Desert and along the Niger River, tracking down and salvaging tens of thousands of ancient Islamic and secular manuscripts that were crumbling in the trunks of desert shepherds. His goal: preserve this crucial part of the world’s patrimony in a gorgeous library. But then Al Qaeda showed up at the door. “Part history, part scholarly adventure story, and part journalist survey…Joshua Hammer writes with verve and expertise” (The New York Times Book Review) about how Haidara, a mild-mannered archivist from the legendary city of Timbuktu, became one of the world’s greatest smugglers by saving the texts from sure destruction. With bravery and patience, Haidara organized a dangerous operation to sneak all 350,000 volumes out of the city to the safety of southern Mali. His heroic heist “has all the elements of a classic adventure novel” (The Seattle Times), and is a reminder that ordinary citizens often do the most to protect the beauty of their culture. His the story is one of a man who, through extreme circumstances, discovered his higher calling and was changed forever by it.
Yankee Singing Schools And The Golden Age Of Choral Music In New England 1760 1800
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Author : Alan Buechner
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2003
Yankee Singing Schools And The Golden Age Of Choral Music In New England 1760 1800 written by Alan Buechner and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Choral music categories.