Handbook For The Stars - Henry William Jeans - Bog

Handbook For The Stars is a guidebook written by Henry William Jeans in 1868. The book contains a comprehensive set of rules for identifying and locating all the stars of the first and second magnitudes. It is designed to be an essential reference for astronomers, stargazers, and anyone interested in the celestial world. The book is organized into several sections, each covering a different aspect of star observation. The first section provides an overview of the different types of stars and their characteristics. The second section focuses on the methods for locating stars in the night sky, including the use of star charts and astronomical instruments. The third section delves into the history of astronomy and the discoveries made by famous astronomers throughout history. The final section contains a glossary of terms and a comprehensive index of all the stars covered in the book. Overall, Handbook For The Stars is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the stars and the mysteries of the universe.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.