The Globes
Celestial And Terrestrial (1845)
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The Globes: Celestial and Terrestrial is a book written by Augustus De Morgan in 1845. The book is a comprehensive study of the celestial and terrestrial globes, which were popular instruments used in astronomy and geography during the 19th century. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on celestial globes and the second part on terrestrial globes. De Morgan provides a detailed explanation of the construction, use, and history of these globes, including their origins in ancient Greece and Rome. In the first part of the book, De Morgan explores the celestial sphere an...
The Globes: Celestial and Terrestrial is a book written by Augustus De Morgan in 1845. The book is a comprehensive study of the celestial and terrestrial globes, which were popular instruments used in astronomy and geography during the 19th century. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on celestial globes and the second part on terrestrial globes. De Morgan provides a detailed explanation of the construction, use, and history of these globes, including their origins in ancient Greece and Rome. In the first part of the book, De Morgan explores the celestial sphere and how it is represented on a globe. He explains the various components of the celestial globe, including the equator, ecliptic, and zodiac. He also delves into the history of celestial globes and their use in astronomy, including their role in determining the positions of stars and planets.In the second part of the book, De Morgan discusses terrestrial globes and their use in geography and navigation. He explains the various components of a terrestrial globe, including the equator, meridians, and parallels. He also explores the history of terrestrial globes and their use in mapmaking and exploration.Overall, The Globes: Celestial and Terrestrial is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of astronomy and geography. De Morgan's detailed explanations and historical context provide a fascinating insight into the use and significance of these important instruments.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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