The History of Astronomy
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"The History of Astronomy" by Michael Hoskin is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.
An introduction to the history of Western astronomy from prehistoric times to the origins of astrophysics in the mid nineteenth century. Emphasis is given to such topics as the merging of Babylonian and Greek astronomy in later Antiquity, Kepler's conversion of astronomy into a branch of dynamics, and the first explorations of the universe of stars.
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"The History of Astronomy" by Michael Hoskin is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.
Topic: General Astronomy
Author: Michael Hoskin
Who this is for:
- Astronomy students
- Researchers and advanced hobbyists
- Readers exploring space science topics
Why this book matters: It matters because it helps readers build a stronger understanding of astronomy concepts, observations, and scientific ideas related to space.
An introduction to the history of Western astronomy from prehistoric times to the origins of astrophysics in the mid nineteenth century. Emphasis is given to such topics as the merging of Babylonian and Greek astronomy in later Antiquity, Kepler's conversion of astronomy into a branch of dynamics, and the first explorations of the universe of stars.
| Author | Michael Hoskin |
| Publisher | OUP Oxford |
| Published | 2003-05-08 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780192803061 |
| Binding | Paperback |
| Pages | 136 |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Science |
| Topic | General Astronomy |
| Series | Very Short Introductions |
Format: Paperback
Length: 136 pages
Language: English
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