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The Reminiscences of an Astronomer: Cambridge Library Collection - Astronomy

Autor Simon Newcomb
en Limba Engleză Paperback – 19 mai 2010
Simon Newcomb (1835–1903) was an astronomer and mathematician remembered for his work in recalculating the major astronomical constants to a new international standard. He was a founding member of the American Astronomical Society and became its first president in 1899. Although Newcomb's mathematical work is well known, this autobiography, first published in 1903, focuses on his achievements and work as an astronomer. In it he provides an account of his scientific research with comments on his approach, which together with his descriptions of scientific discoveries and collaborations occurring in Washington DC show the variety of scientific research being conducted in the United States in the late nineteenth century. His detailed descriptions of how telescopes were used, together with accounts of his experience of working conditions in various observatories, provide valuable insights into astronomical research methods in the late nineteenth century.
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Specificații

ISBN-13: 9781108013918
ISBN-10: 1108013910
Pagini: 444
Dimensiuni: 140 x 216 x 25 mm
Greutate: 0.56 kg
Editura: Cambridge University Press
Colecția Cambridge University Press
Seria Cambridge Library Collection - Astronomy

Locul publicării:Cambridge, United Kingdom

Cuprins

Preface; 1. The world of cold and darkness; 2. Dr. Foshay; 3. The world of sweetness and light; 4. Life and work at an observatory; 5. Great telescopes and their works; 6. The transits of Venus; 7. The Lick Observatory; 8. The author's scientific work; 9. Scientific Washington; 10. Scientific England; 11. Men and things in England; 12. The old and the new Washington; 13. Miscellanea; Index.

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The autobiography of Simon Newcomb (1835–1903), describing his work and scientific achievements as an astronomer.