Mathematical Astronomy for Amateurs by E.A. Beet (English) Paperback Book

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This is a clear and simple introduction to the calculations that form the basis of all astronomical laws and observations. Most elementary astronomy books are purely descriptive, while textbooks of mathematical astronomy assume a considerable knowledge of mathematics. Here the author relies only on simple 'school maths' to help the amateur widen his horizons and interpret his observations.

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Although this is a book that can be read straight through for pleasure, there are many suggestions of practical things to do both indoors and outdoors, while for the person who wishes to gain real confidence is making calculations of, for example, stellar and planetary positions, there are exercises to work through and answers to them. Metric measurements are used throughout and appendices provide such useful information as symbols, abbreviations and almanacs. There are over forty line diagrams.

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This is a clear and simple introduction to the calculations that form the basis of all astronomical laws and observations. Most elementary astronomy books are purely descriptive, while textbooks of mathematical astronomy assume a considerable knowledge of mathematics. Here the author relies only on simple 'school maths' to help the amateur widen his horizons and interpret his observations.

Details ISBN0393333426 Author E.A. Beet Short Title MATHEMATICAL ASTRONOMY FOR AMA Language English ISBN-10 0393333426 ISBN-13 9780393333428 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 520.151 Pages 156 Imprint WW Norton & Co Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Illustrations Illustrations DOI 10.1604/9780393333428 AU Release Date 2008-02-08 NZ Release Date 2008-02-08 US Release Date 2008-02-08 UK Release Date 2008-02-08 Publisher WW Norton & Co Year 2008 Publication Date 2008-02-08 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this

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