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Great Astronomers

R. S. Ball
$10.99
BindingPaperback
About

Astronomy

The lives and discoveries of the Great Astronomers of history. The book covers astronomers such as Ptolemy, Copernicus, Brahe, Galileo, Newton, Halley, and many more. Each chapter covers one astronomer including their early life, training, and contributions to the field of astronomy. Included in each chapter are illustrations and diagrams of their discoveries and tools they used during their studies.

First published in 1895, this edition is derived from the original book with 67 black and white illustrations. As always, this edition is complete and unabridged.

Details

Author(s): R. S. Ball

Illustrator(s): Various

Translator(s): None

Dimensions: 6" x 9"

Pages: 276

Font Size: 12 pt

Reading Level: 8th-10th Grade

Read Aloud Level: 6th-8th Grade

Year First Published: 1895

ISBN: 9781649651266

ASIN: 1649651260

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Watercolor portrait of R. S. Ball with scenes inspired by their writing.

R. S. Ball

was an Irish astronomer, mathematician, and science writer who helped make the study of the heavens accessible to a broad readership. Known more fully as Sir Robert Stawell Ball, he combined a distinguished scientific career with an enthusiasm for public explanation. His books invite readers to approach immense distances and unfamiliar celestial events with curiosity.

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