Works

Works

Thomas Dick

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Editorial:
Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
Materia
Astronomía, espacio y tiempo
ISBN:
9781279889701
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Works: The Practical Astronomer by Thomas Dick, is a comprehensive guide to understanding the cosmos. Originally published in the 19th century, this volume provides detailed instructions on using astronomical instruments, observing celestial phenomena, and understanding the underlying principles of astronomy. Dick’s work is valuable not only for its scientific content but also for its historical context, offering insights into the state of astronomical knowledge and popular science education during his time. Readers interested in the history of science, practical astronomy, or the writings of Thomas Dick will find this book an enlightening and engaging resource.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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