The Phenomena and Order of the Solar System.
Edinburgh: William Tait, 1838. Hardcover. Very Good Condition. Item #373306
John Pringle Nichol's The Phenomena and Order of the Solar System (1838) is a detailed exploration of astronomical principles, focusing on the structure, motion, and organization of celestial bodies. Nichol, a Scottish astronomer, presents a historical and scientific analysis of the solar system, discussing planetary orbits, Kepler's laws, and Newtonian mechanics. The book also examines comets, eclipses, and the physical characteristics of planets, offering insights into early observational astronomy. It was widely regarded as an accessible yet scholarly work, contributing to the popularization of astronomy in the 19th century. 241 pages, 20 plates. Bound in half leather, rubbed at head of spine, with a little loss of surface. Marbled boards rubbed. The joints are very firm, inside and out. Contents very clean and sound, all plates with tissue guards, no loose or damaged pages. A pleasant solid volume, with a large number of attractive engravings. Size: 12 x 19 cms. Category: Antiquarian & Rare; This item may require more postage than the rates shown for delivery outside the UK. If extra postage is required we will contact you before processing your order and you will be given the details and option to decline the extra cost.
Keywords: BZDB395 Antiquarian & Rare; J.P. NICHOL The Phenomena and Order of the Solar System.
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