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100 1 _aEverett, Edward,
_d1794-1865
245 1 4 _aThe uses of astronomy
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2005-07-06
508 _aMarilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Peter Barozzi, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"The Uses of Astronomy" by Edward Everett is a historical oration delivered in the mid-19th century. The work commemorates the inauguration of the Dudley Astronomical Observatory in Albany, reflecting on the importance of astronomy and scientific advancement. The text likely discusses various aspects of astronomical sciences and their significance to society, highlighting the interplay between scientific progress and public interest in science. The opening portion of the oration introduces the events surrounding the dedication ceremonies for the Dudley Observatory and the New York State Geological Hall, emphasizing the spirit of scientific community and collaboration. Edward Everett reflects on the historical context leading to these celebrations, touching on the contributions to science from notable figures and institutions. He discusses the role of public support in science and education, underscoring the importance of fostering a scientific culture through observatories and institutions dedicated to research and discovery. The text sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the significance of astronomy to society at large and the profound effects that astronomical observations can have on our understanding of the universe. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAstronomy
653 _aDudley Observatory
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16227
999 _c57615
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