Excerpt from Declinations of Fixed Stars
Dear sir: After unexpected delay I have the honor to transmit, herewith, my report on the accuracy of the declinations adopted by the United States Commission in the latitude work of the Northern Boundary Survey. In doing this, permit me to thank you most cordially for the kind interest and generous support which you have throughout accorded to this undertaking. The sense of obligation is the more keenly felt, when I reflect upon the many imperfections and deficiencies of the work; but your intercourse with me has been uniformly such as to cause me to forget the debt, and leaves only the most pleasant recollections.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. Embark on a captivating journey into the world of 19th-century astronomy with this meticulous exploration of star declinations. The author, a respected astronomer, delves into the intricacies of determining accurate star positions, a crucial task for navigation, surveying, and understanding the cosmos. This book meticulously examines the historical development of declination measurements, tracing the evolution of techniques and instruments from the era of renowned astronomers like Bradley and Bessel to the author's own time. It delves into the challenges posed by systematic errors and the quest for ever-greater precision. Through detailed analysis and comparison of various star catalogues, the author sheds light on the complexities of astronomical observation and the painstaking efforts required to achieve reliable results. The book offers profound insights into the scientific process, showcasing the collaborative nature of knowledge-building and the continuous refinement of methods over time. This work stands as a testament to the dedication and ingenuity of astronomers in their pursuit of celestial understanding. The meticulous research and insightful analysis presented within its pages offer a valuable resource for those interested in the history of astronomy and the ongoing quest to map the heavens. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9780243300402_0
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