Flammarion, Camille 1842-1925 creator Welby, Frances A. (Frances Alice) 1862-1947 text utu 2008 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Astronomy for Amateurs" by Camille Flammarion is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a guide to understanding the universe and the principles of astronomy, aiming to inspire and educate amateur stargazers. With a poetic approach, it invites readers to contemplate the beauty of the night sky and encourages a deeper appreciation for the stars and celestial phenomena. The opening of the book presents a reflection on the divine and sublime nature of astronomy, emphasizing its role as a source of inspiration and wonder for humanity. Flammarion describes the joy of observing the night sky, where the majesty of stars and constellations ignites curiosity and contemplation. He highlights the historical significance of women in astronomy, promoting their contributions and encouraging their involvement in the field. Through rich imagery and philosophical musings, the author lays the groundwork for a more structured exploration of astronomical concepts that will follow in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2008-04-30 Produced by Jason Isbell, Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Astronomy QB Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25267 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25267 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133558.0 25267