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100	1		_aClerke, Agnes M. _q(Agnes Mary), _d1842-1907
245	1	2	_aA Popular History of Astronomy During the Nineteenth Century : _bFourth Edition
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2009
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2009-03-04
508			_aE-text prepared by Eric Hutton and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520			_a"A Popular History of Astronomy During the Nineteenth Century" by Agnes M. Clerke is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This comprehensive work captures the significant advancements and discoveries in astronomy as they unfolded throughout the 1800s. Through its examination of the evolution of celestial studies, the book highlights notable figures and their contributions, as well as shifts in public interest and understanding of the cosmos. The opening of the text provides insight into the author's intention to present a broad overview of astronomy's rapid progress during the century, beginning with a discussion of the foundational developments in sidereal astronomy. Clerke notes the pivotal role played by Sir William Herschel in uncovering the secrets of the stars and outlines the significant advancements brought about by improved telescopic technology and observations. She emphasizes that the once unchanging view of the stars has shifted to reveal their dynamic nature, presenting a narrative that intertwines individual endeavors with the greater scientific movement of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aAstronomy -- History -- 19th century
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28247
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