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Mars And Its Canals (1911)

Mars And Its Canals (1911)

Percival Lowell

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2007
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Física
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9780548768655
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Mars And Its Canals, written by Percival Lowell and first published in 1911, is a scientific exploration of the planet Mars. Lowell was a prominent astronomer and dedicated much of his career to studying Mars, and this book is the culmination of his observations and research.The book begins with an overview of Mars and its physical characteristics, including its size, atmosphere, and climate. Lowell then delves into his observations of the planet’s surface, focusing on the intricate network of canals he believed he saw. He argues that these canals were evidence of a highly advanced civilization on Mars, capable of engineering a vast system of waterways to irrigate their planet.Lowell’s theories about the canals of Mars were controversial, and many scientists at the time disagreed with his conclusions. Nevertheless, his book remains an important historical document in the study of Mars and the history of astronomy.In addition to his observations of Mars, Lowell also discusses the broader implications of the search for extraterrestrial life. He considers the possibility of life on other planets and the potential impact of such a discovery on human society.Overall, Mars And Its Canals is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of astronomy, the search for extraterrestrial life, or the mysteries of our solar system.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.

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