Among the greatest scientists of all time, Edmond Halley discovered the proper motion of stars, made important studies of the Moon's motion, and, of course is best remembered for the comet that bears his name. This biography offers a compelling portrait of this intriguing man of science. 10 plates. 31 halftones. 44 linecuts.
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Among the greatest scientists of all time, Edmond Halley discovered the proper motion of stars, made important studies of the Moon's motion, and, of course is best remembered for the comet that bears his name. This biography offers a compelling portrait of this intriguing man of science. 10 plates. 31 halftones. 44 linecuts.
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Very Good Condition. Dust jacket is fully intact. All pages clean, crisp and fresh. Overall, very sound and presentable. Publisher's note: "Edmond Halley (1656-1742), MA, LLD, FRS, Capt. RN, Savilian Professor of Geometry and Astronomer Royal, stands pre-eminent among Oxford, English, and European scientists." "Now more widely known for his prediction of the return of "his" comet, Halley discovered the proper motion of stars, made important studies of the moon's motion, and his investigations of the Earth's magnetic field and of tides were unrivalled for centuries. His prediction of the transit of Venus led to Cook's voyage to Tahiti. He was far more than a cloistered academic; his exploits as a naval captain led to perilous adventures, and he was also a notable servant of the State. Much material about his eventful career has come to light in recent years, making this a timely new account of the life, scientific interests, and continuing influence of this engaging and adventurous scholar."--Jacket. Size: 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.5 cm. xvi, 540 pp. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Biography & Autobiography; Halley, Edmond, 1656-1742; Astronomy--England--History; Astronomers--Great Britain--Biography; ISBN: 0198500319. ISBN/EAN: 9780198500315. Add. Inventory No: 241007GAY0226014.
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Very Good in Very Good jacket. Oxford, England: Clarendon Press, 1998. First edition, 1998. Green hardcover with map endpapers, with dustjacket. Very good condition with firm binding, clean pages, no names or other markings. The mylar protected dustjacket is also very good with no chips or tears. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall.
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Fine in fine dust jacket. Fine or Like New condition with a crisp Fine dust jacket. The covers look great. The binding is tight. The interior pages are clean and unmarked. There is a small abrasion to the half-title page. USPS electronic tracking number issued free of charge. 576 pages.
