Outlines of Astronomy: Herschel, John F.W. Outlines of Astronomy: Herschel, John F.W. Outlines of Astronomy: Herschel, John F.W.

Outlines of Astronomy

Herschel, John F.W.

Published by Longmans, Green & Co., London, 1887
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New edition. 8vo. Pp xxviii, 753. Frontis, plates & figures in the text. Full morocco, raised bands.All edges gilt. Gilt stamp to front board. Wear to corners. A plate of unknown kind removed from front with scratching to the paper surface.paste-down endpaper. A handsome copy. Postage will be at cost. Seller Inventory # 17849S7

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Title: Outlines of Astronomy
Publisher: Longmans, Green & Co., London
Publication Date: 1887
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Near Fine

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Outlines of Astronomy: Part Two. Herschel, John F. W. PF Collier and Son. 1902. pp465-926. hardcover no dust jacket, boards bumped/scuffed, tight binding, text clean solid copy, front fold out intact--15.00. Seller Inventory # ABE-1492556899875

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history of astronomy, summarizing the vast field from its beginnings to the 1800s. The author, an experienced astronomer, traces the path of astronomy's development, from the early ideas of the universe to the more advanced theories of the time. It touches upon the relationship between scientific discovery and the individuals responsible, highlighting their role in pushing the boundaries of our understanding. The book effectively captures the essence of astronomy's evolution, emphasizing the profound impact it has had on our perception of the cosmos. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282139674_0

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Hardcover with no dust jacket. PART TWO ONLY. Green boards with bumping to the corners. Several small spots and light scuff marks. Spine extremeties are lightly rubbed. TEG is lightly faded. Deckled edges. Several tiny spots on endpapers. Frontis fold-out diagram is present and undamaged. B&W plates in rear are on heavier stock paper. A few of the pages have a 1/2" tear to the right edge. Solid copy. ; 25A; 8-1/4" x 6-1/2". Seller Inventory # 59181

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