The Victorian Amateur Astronomer

Independent Astronomical Research in Britain 1820 - 1920

Autori

• Allan Chapman

Parametri

• 454 pagine
• 16 ore di lettura

• Spazio e astronomia

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Focusing on amateur astronomy in Victorian Britain, this book explores the technical challenges, financial aspects, and the dynamics between amateur and professional astronomers. It offers a rich collection of unpublished biographical and anecdotal material, providing insight into the era's scientific community. The extensive bibliography and notes reflect significant new scholarship, making it a valuable resource for understanding the development of astronomy during this period.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2017

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