Publisher's Synopsis
""The Recent Progress of Astronomy: Especially in the United States"" is a book written by Elias Loomis in 1850. The book provides an overview of the advancements made in astronomy during the mid-19th century, with a particular focus on the United States. Loomis discusses the latest discoveries in the field, including the discovery of new planets and comets, and the development of new telescopes and other astronomical instruments. He also provides a history of the study of astronomy, including the contributions of famous astronomers such as Galileo and Newton. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it accessible to both professional astronomers and laypeople interested in the subject. Overall, ""The Recent Progress of Astronomy"" is an important historical document that provides insight into the state of astronomy during the mid-19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may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.
