Spherical Astronomy
Edgar W. Woolard
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Spherical Astronomy
by Edgar W. Woolard, Gerald M. Clemence
Published
1966
Publisher
Academic Press
Pages
453
ISBN-13
9780127627502
Description
Spherical Astronomy provides a comprehensive treatment of the fundamental principles of positional astronomy. The text focuses on the principles of spherical astronomy and the theory of fundamental astronomical observations. Discussions are made on topics such as the celestial sphere and the nature of the reference systems of astronomy; the geometric aspects of the celestial sphere in relation to geographic position; systems of time measurement based on the rotation of the earth; and the inertial reference system. Astronomers and astrophysicists will find the book highly insightful.
Subjects
Sphaera mundi
A Manual of Spherical and Practical Astronomy
Text-book on spherical astronomy
An introduction to practical astronomy
The Ever-Changing Sky
Text-book on practical astronomy
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Spherical Astronomy?
This edition of Spherical Astronomy has approximately 453 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Spherical Astronomy?
For most readers, Spherical Astronomy typically takes between 9h 26m and 6h 18m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 113,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 33m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 16 days • Estimated word count: 113,250 words
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What is the word count of Spherical Astronomy?
The estimated word count for Spherical Astronomy is approximately 113,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Spherical Astronomy?
Spherical Astronomy was written by Edgar W. Woolard, Gerald M. Clemence.
When was Spherical Astronomy published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1966. The original work may have been published on a different date.