Astronomy: New and Old (Classic Reprint)

Print on Demand. This book is a detailed exploration of the history of astronomy. It begins with its humble beginnings in ancient times and follows its progression through the contributions of major thinkers to the sophisticated scientific discipline it is today. The book covers groundbreaking theories and discoveries propelled by observational astronomy. It also sheds light on the relationship between astronomy and other scientific fields, particularly celestial physics. The author combines historical facts with modern insights to provide a comprehensive understanding of the celestial phenomena that have captivated humanity for centuries. This book is essential for those passionate about astronomy or seeking an introduction to the science's historical development. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.