Astronomy Through The Telescope
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
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A richly informative work of popular science history, Astronomy Through the Telescope chronicles the remarkable evolution of astronomical observation from the earliest refracting telescopes of the seventeenth century to the sophisticated instruments of the modern era. Richard Learner traces how each leap in telescope technology — from Galileo's rudimentary spyglass to giant reflecting mirrors and space-based observatories — fundamentally transformed humanity's understanding of the cosmos. Written with clarity and enthusiasm, the narrative illustrates how the telescope is not merely a tool but the central protagonist in the unfolding story of astronomical discovery, driving revolutions in our knowledge of planets, stars, galaxies, and the universe's very structure. Learner presents the science alongside compelling portraits of the visionary astronomers and engineers whose ingenuity pushed the boundaries of what could be seen and known. The result is an authoritative yet accessible account that will captivate both amateur stargazers and readers with a serious interest in the history of science.
Author: Richard Learner
Format: Hardback
Published: 1982, Evans Brothers Limited
Genre: Astronomy
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A richly informative work of popular science history, Astronomy Through the Telescope chronicles the remarkable evolution of astronomical observation from the earliest refracting telescopes of the seventeenth century to the sophisticated instruments of the modern era. Richard Learner traces how each leap in telescope technology — from Galileo's rudimentary spyglass to giant reflecting mirrors and space-based observatories — fundamentally transformed humanity's understanding of the cosmos. Written with clarity and enthusiasm, the narrative illustrates how the telescope is not merely a tool but the central protagonist in the unfolding story of astronomical discovery, driving revolutions in our knowledge of planets, stars, galaxies, and the universe's very structure. Learner presents the science alongside compelling portraits of the visionary astronomers and engineers whose ingenuity pushed the boundaries of what could be seen and known. The result is an authoritative yet accessible account that will captivate both amateur stargazers and readers with a serious interest in the history of science.