Weighing the World: The Quest to Measure the Earth
Weighing the World: The Quest to Measure the Earth
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"Weighing the World: The Quest to Measure the Earth" by Danson, Edwin is a history book focused on Astronomical Data. Best for general readers, students, and topic-focused learners.
Weighing the World is a revealing behind-the-scenes look at the scientific events leading to modern map making written by one of the world's master surveyor. Danson presents the stories of the scientists and scholars that had to scale the Andes, cut through tropical forests and how they handled the hardships they faced in the attempt to revolutionize our understanding of the planet.Shipping + Returns
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"Weighing the World: The Quest to Measure the Earth" by Danson, Edwin is a history book focused on Astronomical Data. Best for general readers, students, and topic-focused learners.
Topic: Astronomical Data
Author: Danson, Edwin
Who this is for:
- Students
- Educators
- Interested readers
Why this book matters: It gives readers useful context, background, and perspective on the subject through a focused and accessible presentation.
Weighing the World is a revealing behind-the-scenes look at the scientific events leading to modern map making written by one of the world's master surveyor. Danson presents the stories of the scientists and scholars that had to scale the Andes, cut through tropical forests and how they handled the hardships they faced in the attempt to revolutionize our understanding of the planet.| Author | Danson, Edwin |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Published | 2005-12-15 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780195181692 |
| Binding | Hardcover |
| Subjects | Technology & Engineering | History ; Technology & Engineering | Cartography |
| Topic | Astronomical Data |
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Format: Hardcover
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