Author

Contributions

  • Vaucouleurs, Gérard Henri de, 1918- joint author. - Contributor

Publication

1959 - Prometheus Press, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

126,500 words, Guess

Page Count

506 pages

Identifiers

Classifications

  • DDC520.3
  • LCCQB44 .R883

Description

A profusely illustrated treatise dealing with the background, methodology, and concept of astronomy. Includes 19 chapters in four parts; (1) The splendour of the heavens, (2) The empire of the sun, (3) The realm of the stars, and (4) Astronomical instruments and techniques. Indexed.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • Larousse encyclopedia of astronomyPrometheus Press1959-01-01
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