History Of Astronomy (1909)

The book ""History of Astronomy"" by George Forbes was published in 1909 and provides a detailed account of the development of astronomy from ancient times to the early 20th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period in the history of astronomy. The first chapter discusses the astronomy of the ancient Egyptians, Babylonians, and Greeks, while the subsequent chapters focus on the contributions of medieval and Renaissance astronomers such as Copernicus, Kepler, and Galileo. The book also covers the development of telescopes and the discoveries made by astronomers such as Newton, Herschel, and Hubble. Forbes provides a comprehensive overview of the major astronomical theories and discoveries throughout history, including the heliocentric model of the solar system, the laws of planetary motion, and the discovery of new planets and stars. He also discusses the impact of astronomy on other fields of science, such as physics and mathematics. Overall, ""History of Astronomy"" is an informative and engaging book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of one of the oldest and most important sciences. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science, astronomy, or the natural world.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.