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Orreries, Clocks, and London Society: The Evolution of Astronomical Instruments and Their Makers - Astronomers' Universe
Tony Buick
With a particular focus on London society and clockmakers, it weaves together historical narrative with practical know-hows and scientific fact, showing how the orrery changed from a fanciful toy to a high-tech instrument to a vessel for art and education.
348 pages, 200 Tables, color; 88 Illustrations, color; 167 Illustrations, black and white; XXVII, 34
| Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
| Released | December 24, 2020 |
| ISBN13 | 9783030617769 |
| Publishers | Springer Nature Switzerland AG |
| Pages | 348 |
| Dimensions | 235 × 155 × 18 mm · 650 g |
| Language | German |
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