Publisher's Synopsis
Sidelights On Astronomy And Kindred Fields Of Popular Science is a book written by Simon Newcomb in 1906. The book is a collection of essays and lectures on various topics related to astronomy and other fields of popular science. It covers a wide range of subjects, including the history of astronomy, the nature of the universe, the solar system, comets, and the stars. The book also explores the latest scientific discoveries and theories of the time, such as the theory of relativity and the discovery of radioactivity. The author, Simon Newcomb, was a renowned astronomer and mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of astronomy. His writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both amateur and professional astronomers. Sidelights On Astronomy And Kindred Fields Of Popular Science is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and science of astronomy.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.
