An Introduction To Geography, Astronomy, And Dialing

""An Introduction to Geography, Astronomy, and Dialing: Containing the Most Useful Elements of the Said Sciences, Adapted to the Meanest Capacity"" is a book written by George Gordon in 1742. The book is designed to provide an introduction to three important fields of study: geography, astronomy, and dialing. It is written in a way that is accessible to even those who may not have a strong background in these subjects. The book begins with an introduction to geography, covering topics such as the shape of the earth, its various regions, and the ways in which it is measured and represented on maps. The section on astronomy covers the basic principles of the solar system, including the movements of the planets, the phases of the moon, and the eclipses. The final section of the book focuses on dialing, which is the art of using a sundial to tell time. Throughout the book, Gordon provides clear explanations and examples to help readers understand the material. He also includes illustrations and diagrams to help illustrate the concepts he is discussing. Overall, ""An Introduction to Geography, Astronomy, and Dialing"" is a valuable resource for anyone looking to gain a basic understanding of these important fields of study.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.