Publisher's Synopsis
Popular Astronomy is a comprehensive guide to the study of astronomy written by the renowned American astronomer Simon Newcomb. The book covers a wide range of topics related to astronomy, including the history of astronomy, the solar system, the stars, and the universe as a whole. The book is written in a clear and accessible style that is suitable for both beginners and more advanced students of astronomy. Newcomb's extensive knowledge and experience in the field of astronomy are evident throughout the book, and he provides detailed explanations of complex concepts in a way that is easy to understand. The book also includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers visualize the concepts being discussed. Overall, Popular Astronomy is an excellent resource for anyone interested in learning about the wonders of the universe.The Main Object Is To Present The General Reading Public With A Condensed View Of The History, Methods, And Results Of Astronomical Research.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
