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An introduction to astronomy, geography, navigation, and other mathematical sciences made easie by the description and uses of the coelestial and terrestrial globes. In Seven Parts. Containing I. The Definitions of the Lines, Circles, &c. upon the Globe or Sphere; and of several Terms of Art. II. The Problems in Astronomy Methodically digested, with Variety of Examples. III. The several Affections of Triangles, and their Solution upon the Globe; with the Variety of Problems which every Case contains. IV. The whole Art of Dyalling demonstrated and performed two several ways. V. The Erection of an Astrological Figure of the Heavens, according to the several ways of the Ancient and Modern Astrologers. VI. & Vii. The Explanation and Uses of the Terrestrial Globe, with a brief Geographical and Hydrographical Description of the Earth and Water. With several Problems useful in the Art of Geography, Navigation. And also, The Description and use of Maps and Charts both General and Particular. By Robert Morden.
Morden, Robert, -1703.Date: 1702- Books
Astronomy and empire in the ancient Andes : the cultural origins of Inca sky watching / Brian S. Bauer and David S.P. Dearborn.
Bauer, Brian S.Date: [1995]- Books
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The young geographer and astronomer's best companion. Containing, I. The Elements of Modern Geography, in which, besides many other useful Articles, the Latitude and Longitude of a great Variety of Places are given from the latest Observations. II. A comprehensive System of Ancient Geography, both sacred and profane, particularly adapted to the Illustration of the Classic Authors, and of the Historical Parts of the Bible. III. The Description and Use of the Celestial and Terrestrial Globes, in which particular Attention has been given to the regular Disposition, and most convenient Solution of a numerous Collection of Problems, which are succeeded by several ingenious and entertaining Paradoxes for the Exercise of the Learner. - Also the Principles of Dialling, as it is performed and illustrated by the Globes;-And the Construction, and Use of the different Kinds of Maps. IV. The Elements of Astronomy, in which, besides a large Account of the Solar System, and of the various Motions, Revolutions, &c. of the Planet and Comets, are given the Theory of the Four Seasons, the Harvest-Moons, Eclipses, Tides, and several other Phaenomena too numerous to be here mentioned. To this Part is added a copious Appendix, containing the Elements of Chronology, a Science very intimately connected with that of Astronomy. The Whole is illustrated with The Necessary Engravings. And, though principally intended for The Use Of AtSchools, May serve as a convenient Memorandum-Book for those Gentlemen and Ladies who have been already instructed in the Sciences above-mentioned. By E. Jones, Teacher of the Classics and Geography, at Bromley, in Kent.
Jones, Evan, active 1773.Date: MDCCLXXIII. [1773]- Books
History of science and technology in ancient India / Debiprasad Chattopadhyaya.
Chattopadhyaya, Debiprasad.Date: 1986-- Pictures
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Astronomy: the twelve signs of the zodiac. Engraving by Barlow.
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A historical view of the Hindu astronomy : the earliest dawn of that science in India to the present times / John Bentley.
Bentley, John.Date: 1981- Books
An historical survey of the astronomy of the ancients / by Sir George Cornewall Lewis.
Lewis, George Cornewall, Sir, 1806-1863.Date: 1862- Books
The five books ... containing a system of the ancient astronomy and astrology : together with the philosophy of the Stoicks / Done into English verse. With notes.
Manilius, Marcus, fl. 9 A.D.Date: 1697- Books
Maimonides in his world : portrait of a Mediterranean thinker / Sara Stroumsa.
Stroumsa, Sarah.Date: [2009], ©2009- Books
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An historical survey of the astronomy of the ancients / by Sir George Cornewall Lewis.
Lewis, George Cornewall, Sir, 1806-1863.Date: 1862- Books
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Lucretius his six books of epicurean philosophy and Manilius his five books containing a system of the ancient astronomy and astrology : together with The philosophy of the Stoicks / both translated into English verse with notes by Mr. Tho. Creech; To which is added the several parts of Lucretius, English'd by Mr. Dryden.
Lucretius Carus, TitusDate: 1700- Books
Astronomy of the ancients / edited by Kenneth Brecher and Michael Feirtag.
Date: [1979], ©1979- Books
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The new world of words: or, universal English dictionary. Containing an account of the original or proper sense, and various significations of all hard words derived from other languages, viz. Hebrew, Arabick, Syriack, Greek, Latin, Italian, French, Spanish, British, Saxon, Danish, Dutch, &c. as now made use of in our English Tongue. Together with a brief and Plain explication of all terms relating to any of the arts and sciences, either Liberal or Mechanical, viz. Grammar, Rhetorick, Logick, Theology, Law, Metaphysicks, Ethicks, Natural Philosophy, Physick, Surgery, Anatomy, Chymistry, Pharmacy, Botanicks, Arithmetick, Geometry, Astronomy, Astrology, Cosmography, Geography, Hydrography, Navigation, Architecture, Fortification, Dialling, Surveying, Gauging, Opticks, Catoptricks, Dioptricks, Perspective, Musick, Mechanicks, Staticks, Chiromancy, Physiognomy, Heraldry, Merchandize, Maritime and Military Affairs, Agriculture, Gardening, Handicrafts, Jewelling, Painting, Carving, Engraving; Confectionery, Cookery, Horsemanship, Hawking, Hunting, Fowling, Fishing, &c, To which is added, the interpretation of proper names of men and women, that derive their Original from the above-mention'd Ancient and Modern Tongues, with those of Writs and Processes at Law: Also the Greek and Latin Names of divers sorts of Animals, Plants, Metals, Minerals, &c. and several other remarkable Matters more particularly express'd in the Preface. Compiled by Edward Phillips, Gent.
Phillips, Edward, 1630-1696?.Date: MDCCVI. [1706]- Books
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A summary of geography and history, both ancient and modern; containing, An Account of the Political State, and Principal Revolutions of the most Illustrious Nations in Ancient and Modern Times; their Manners and Customs; the Local Situation of Cities; especially of such as have been distinguished by Memorable Events: With an abridgement of the fabulous history or mythology of the Greeks. To which is prefixed, An Historical Account of the Progress and Improvements of Astronomy and Geography, from the earliest Periods to the Time of Sir Isaac Newton: Also, a brief Account of the Principles of the newtonian philosophy, occasionally compared with the Opinions of the Ancients, concerning the General and Particular Properties of Matter; the Air, Heat and Cold Light, and its Effects; the Laws of Motion; the Planetary System, &c. - With a Short Description of the Component Parts of the Tereaqueous Globe, according to the Notions of the Ancients, and the more accurate Discoveries of Modern Chemists. Designed chiefly to connect the Study of Classical Learning with that of General Knowledge. By Alexander Adam, LL. D. Rector of the high school of Edinburgh. The second edition, corrected, To which is added, a geographical index, containing the Latin names of the principal countries, cities, Rivers, and Mountains mentioned in the Greek and Roman Classics; With the Modern Names subjoined. Illustrated with maps.
Adam, Alexander, 1741-1809.Date: 1797- Pictures
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Astronomy: the astronomer Sidrophel, using a telescope, misidentifies a kite as a comet. Etching by W. Hogarth, ca. 1721.
Hogarth, William, 1697-1764.Date: 1721Reference: 46336i- Books
Astronomy in Orient and Occident : selected papers on its cultural and scientific history / Yasukatsu Maeyama.
Maeyama, Yasukatsu.Date: 2003- Books
Early astronomy / Hugh Thurston.
Thurston, Hugh, 1922-Date: [1994], ©1994- Books
The first stargazers : an introduction to the origins of astronomy / James Cornell.
Cornell, James, 1944-Date: 1981- Books
In search of ancient astronomies / edited by E.C. Krupp.
Date: 1977, ©1978- Books
Cleomedes' lectures on astronomy : a translation of The heavens / with an introduction and commentary by Alan C. Bowen and Robert B. Todd.
Cleomedes.Date: [2004], ©2004- Books
Astronomicon liber primvs [-quintvs] / recensvit et enarravit A.E. Hovsman.
Manilius, Marcus.Date: 1937- Books
Astronomica / Manilius ; with an English translation by G.P. Goold.
Manilius, Marcus, fl. 9 A.D.Date: 1977- Books
Notes da̓stronomie ancienne de lI̓ran et de lI̓nde (I, II, et III) / par Jean Filliozat.
Filliozat, Jean.Date: 1962- Books
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Astronomy's advancement, or, News for the curious : being a treatise of telescopes, and an account of the marvelous astronomical discoveries of late years made throughout Europe : with the figures of the sun, moon, and planets, with Copernicus his system, in twelve copper plates : also, an abstract to ching the distance, faces, bulks, and orbs of the heavenly bodies, the best way of using instruments for satisfaction, &c. out of the best astronomers, ancient and modern, viz. Mr. Hook, Mr. Bouilleau, Mr. Hevelius, Father Kircher, &c. / done out of French by Jos. Walker.
Date: 1684- Books
Hindu astronomy / by W. Brennand.
Brennand, W.Date: 1988