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I) A Just character of Delambre's History of Ancient Astronomy is given by Martin, Etudes sur le Timée de Platon, tom. Ii. P. 424. M. Martin remarks that the work of Delambre must be considered rather as materials for the history of ancient astronomy, than as a history itself.
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The history of sciences has in general been written with a scientific purpose, and with a view of throwing light upon the special science of which the origin and progress are described. In such a work as Dr. Whcwell's History of the Inductive Sciences, the historical form is subsidiary to the scientific end: it is a book intended for the use and instruction of the professors of the several sciences which it successively passes in review. In like manner, Delambre's elaborate histories of Ancient, Mediæval, and Modern Astronomy, are works, composed by an astronomer, principally for the use of astronomers. No one can master them who is not versed in the modern mathematical astronomy.
Hut astronomy has this peculiarity, that it is conversant with subjects which from the earliest ages have attracted the daily attention of mankind, and which gave birth to observation and speculation before they were treated by strictly scientific methods. Chronology, moreover, without which political history cannot exist, is dependent upon astronomical determinations.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a compelling exploration of the development of astronomy among the ancient Greeks and Romans. The author delves into the early, pre-scientific understanding of the cosmos, tracing the evolution of ideas about the earth, the heavens, and the celestial bodies from the Homeric era through the time of Ptolemy. The text reveals how ancient societies grappled with understanding the movements of the sun and moon, their influence on the seasons, and the passage of time. The author examines the development of calendars, the role of astronomical observations in religious practices and mythology, and the gradual shift toward more sophisticated scientific inquiries. This captivating work explores the fascinating interplay between myth, observation, and philosophical speculation in the birth of astronomy, revealing the intellectual roots of a scientific discipline that has profoundly shaped our understanding of the universe. The book sheds invaluable light on the foundational stages of astronomy, showcasing the ingenuity and curiosity of ancient thinkers in their quest to unravel the mysteries of the cosmos. 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: 9781330659434_0
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