02107cam a22003133u 4500 53740 UtSlPG 20260610134234.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 22011434 UtSlPG en iso639-1 QB Bell, Louis, 1864-1923 The Telescope Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-12-16 Produced by Chris Curnow, Les Galloway and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Telescope" by Louis Bell is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work serves as an informative guide about the construction, properties, and applications of telescopes, catering to both amateur astronomers and those interested in the principles of the instrument. The book emphasizes practical knowledge and accessible information rather than exhaustive technicalities or popular stories surrounding famous observatories. The opening of the book introduces readers to the historical development of the telescope, dispelling common myths and detailing its evolution from spectacles in the Renaissance to the invention of telescopes in the 17th century. This section highlights key figures like Jan Lippershey and Galileo, who played significant roles in the early design and popularization of telescopes. Bell notes that while much has been written about telescopes, his work aims to compile relevant information for a general audience, providing insights without delving into complex technical jargon. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Telescopes https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53740 94574 94574