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Ptolemy, Copernicus, and the Ancient Astronomers

by Robert S. Ball, Edward Singleton Holden ...

The study of astronomy, in the sense in which we understand the word, may be said to have commenced under the reign of the Ptolemies at Alexandria...Ptolemy is, without doubt, the greatest figure in ancient astronomy. He gathered up the wisdom of the philosophers who had preceded him. He incorporated this with the results of his own observations, and illumined it with his theories...It is somewhat ... Read more

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The study of astronomy, in the sense in which we understand the word, may be said to have commenced under the reign of the Ptolemies at Alexandria...Ptolemy is, without doubt, the greatest figure in ancient astronomy. He gathered up the wisdom of the philosophers who had preceded him. He incorporated this with the results of his own observations, and illumined it with his theories...It is somewhat
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Sir William Herschel

His Life and Works

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Sir William Herschel: His Life and Works is a comprehensive biography that delves into the remarkable life and groundbreaking achievements of Sir William Herschel, one of the most influential astronomers of the 18th and 19th centuries. Authored by Edward Singleton Holden, this detailed account traces Herschel’s journey from his early years as a musician in Hanover to his rise as a pioneering ... Read more

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Sir William Herschel: His Life and Works is a comprehensive biography that delves into the remarkable life and groundbreaking achievements of Sir William Herschel, one of the most influential astronomers of the 18th and 19th centuries. Authored by Edward Singleton Holden, this detailed account traces Herschel’s journey from his early years as a musician in Hanover to his rise as a pioneering
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Galileo : the Scientific Revolution

by Edward Singleton Holden ...

Galileo Galilei, known as the father of Science, is a famous astronomer, philosopher and mathematician who played an important role in the scientific revolution. He was accused of blasphemy and impiety after his discoveries and reasonings about the solar system.The purpose of this prosecution by the Pope and the Holy Office was to check the spread of scientific doctrines among the faithful and to ... Read more

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Galileo Galilei, known as the father of Science, is a famous astronomer, philosopher and mathematician who played an important role in the scientific revolution. He was accused of blasphemy and impiety after his discoveries and reasonings about the solar system.The purpose of this prosecution by the Pope and the Holy Office was to check the spread of scientific doctrines among the faithful and to
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History of Astronomy

Enriched edition. Unraveling the Cosmic Tapestry: A Journey Through the Evolution of Astronomy

by George Forbes, Alex Lane ...

In "History of Astronomy," George Forbes presents a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of celestial observations and the revolution of thought that shaped humanity's understanding of the universe. Forbes intricately weaves together historical documentation, scientific inquiry, and philosophical discourse, employing a clear yet sophisticated literary style that caters to both enthusiasts ... Read more

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In "History of Astronomy," George Forbes presents a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of celestial observations and the revolution of thought that shaped humanity's understanding of the universe. Forbes intricately weaves together historical documentation, scientific inquiry, and philosophical discourse, employing a clear yet sophisticated literary style that caters to both enthusiasts
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Great Astronomers

by Sir Robert S. Ball ...

The career of the famous man whose name stands at the head of this chapter is one of the most remarkable in the history of human learning. There may have been other discoverers who have done more for science than ever Ptolemy accomplished, but there never has been any other discoverer whose authority on the subject of the movements of the heavenly bodies has held sway over the minds of men for so ... Read more

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The career of the famous man whose name stands at the head of this chapter is one of the most remarkable in the history of human learning. There may have been other discoverers who have done more for science than ever Ptolemy accomplished, but there never has been any other discoverer whose authority on the subject of the movements of the heavenly bodies has held sway over the minds of men for so
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Galileo

Watcher of the Skies

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"Demonstrates an awesome command of the vast Galileo literature . . . [Wootton] excels in boldly speculating about Galileo's motives" ( The New York Times Book Review).Tackling Galileo as astronomer, engineer, and author, David Wootton places him at the center of Renaissance culture. He traces Galileo through his early rebellious years; the beginnings of his scientific career constructing a "new ... Read more

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"Demonstrates an awesome command of the vast Galileo literature . . . [Wootton] excels in boldly speculating about Galileo's motives" ( The New York Times Book Review).Tackling Galileo as astronomer, engineer, and author, David Wootton places him at the center of Renaissance culture. He traces Galileo through his early rebellious years; the beginnings of his scientific career constructing a "new
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Kings Dethroned - A History of the Evolution of Astronomy from the Time of the Roman Empire up to the Present Day

Showing it to be an Amazing Series of Blunders Founded Upon an Error Made in the Second Century

by Gerrard Hickson ...

Debunking scientific theories with alternative hypotheses, this intriguing examination of the development of astronomy offers non-traditional approaches to history, from Ancient Rome through to the early twentieth century.Gerrard Hickson challenges widely accepted scientific principles with his own alternative theories, aiming to expose what he perceives as fundamental errors in the field of ... Read more

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Debunking scientific theories with alternative hypotheses, this intriguing examination of the development of astronomy offers non-traditional approaches to history, from Ancient Rome through to the early twentieth century.Gerrard Hickson challenges widely accepted scientific principles with his own alternative theories, aiming to expose what he perceives as fundamental errors in the field of
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The Principles of Mathematical Physics

Enriched edition. Chaos, Determinism, and the Mathematical Foundations of Physical Law

by Henri Poincaré ...

Translated by George Bruce Halsted ...

In "The Principles of Mathematical Physics," Henri Poincaré offers a seminal exploration of the interplay between mathematics and the physical sciences, articulating principles that would later underpin modern scientific thought. With a unique blend of rigorous mathematical formulation and philosophical inquiry, Poincaré addresses complex topics such as chaos theory, determinism, and the ... Read more

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In "The Principles of Mathematical Physics," Henri Poincaré offers a seminal exploration of the interplay between mathematics and the physical sciences, articulating principles that would later underpin modern scientific thought. With a unique blend of rigorous mathematical formulation and philosophical inquiry, Poincaré addresses complex topics such as chaos theory, determinism, and the
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A More Perfect Heaven

How Copernicus Revolutionized the Cosmos

by Dava Sobel ...

By 1514, the reclusive cleric Nicolaus Copernicus had written and hand-copied an initial outline of his heliocentric theory-in which he defied common sense and received wisdom to place the sun, not the earth, at the center of our universe, and set the earth spinning among the other planets. Over the next two decades, Copernicus expanded his theory through hundreds of observations, while compiling ... Read more

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By 1514, the reclusive cleric Nicolaus Copernicus had written and hand-copied an initial outline of his heliocentric theory-in which he defied common sense and received wisdom to place the sun, not the earth, at the center of our universe, and set the earth spinning among the other planets. Over the next two decades, Copernicus expanded his theory through hundreds of observations, while compiling
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Discoverers of the Universe

William and Caroline Herschel

by Michael Hoskin ...

A biography of the brother and sister who helped found modern astronomyDiscoverers of the Universe tells the gripping story of William Herschel, the brilliant, fiercely ambitious, emotionally complex musician and composer who became court astronomer to Britain's King George III, and of William's sister, Caroline, who assisted him in his observations of the night sky and became an accomplished ... Read more

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A biography of the brother and sister who helped found modern astronomyDiscoverers of the Universe tells the gripping story of William Herschel, the brilliant, fiercely ambitious, emotionally complex musician and composer who became court astronomer to Britain's King George III, and of William's sister, Caroline, who assisted him in his observations of the night sky and became an accomplished
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Makers of Electricity

by Brother Potamian and James J. Walsh ...

"This volume represents an effort in the direction of what may be called the biographical history of electricity. The controlling idea in its preparation was to provide brief yet reasonably complete sketches of the lives of the great pioneer workers in electricity, the ground-breaking investigators who went distinctly beyond the bounds of what was known before their time, not merely to add a ... Read more

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"This volume represents an effort in the direction of what may be called the biographical history of electricity. The controlling idea in its preparation was to provide brief yet reasonably complete sketches of the lives of the great pioneer workers in electricity, the ground-breaking investigators who went distinctly beyond the bounds of what was known before their time, not merely to add a
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Infinitesimal

How a Dangerous Mathematical Theory Shaped the Modern World

by Amir Alexander ...

Pulsing with drama and excitement, Infinitesimal celebrates the spirit of discovery, innovation, and intellectual achievement-and it will forever change the way you look at a simple line.On August 10, 1632, five men in flowing black robes convened in a somber Roman palazzo to pass judgment on a deceptively simple proposition: that a continuous line is composed of distinct and infinitely tiny parts ... Read more

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Pulsing with drama and excitement, Infinitesimal celebrates the spirit of discovery, innovation, and intellectual achievement-and it will forever change the way you look at a simple line.On August 10, 1632, five men in flowing black robes convened in a somber Roman palazzo to pass judgment on a deceptively simple proposition: that a continuous line is composed of distinct and infinitely tiny parts
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