The Perfect Machine

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"The Perfect Machine" by Ronald Florence is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Equipment & Methods. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

A stirring chronicle of the potential of Big Science and a poignant rendering of an America mired in the Depression, The Perfect Machine weaves a tale of human effort and technical splendor that culminates in the completion of the Palomar Telescope. 16 page photo insert. Line drawings.

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Best For: Readers interested in the history and development of astronomical instruments during the Depression era.

Focus: The construction and significance of the Palomar Telescope as a major scientific achievement.

Covers: The technical and human aspects involved in building the Palomar Telescope, including historical context and engineering details.

Why It Matters: It highlights the collaboration and innovation behind a landmark in observational astronomy, illustrating the impact of large-scale scientific projects.

"The Perfect Machine" by Ronald Florence is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Equipment & Methods. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: Equipment & Methods

Author: Ronald Florence

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.

A stirring chronicle of the potential of Big Science and a poignant rendering of an America mired in the Depression, The Perfect Machine weaves a tale of human effort and technical splendor that culminates in the completion of the Palomar Telescope. 16 page photo insert. Line drawings.

Author	Ronald Florence
Publisher	Harper Perennial
Published	1995-08-04
ISBN-13	9780060926700
Binding	Paperback
Pages	480
Language	English
Subjects	History
Topic	Equipment & Methods