Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Previously dependent on Europe for scientific knowledge, the United States came into its own during the nineteenth century. A prime example of this is evident in the establishment of the Cincinnati Observatory, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Funded by the citizenry of that city, it was initiated, with ceremony, by the oration by former President John Quincy Adams, at the laying of the cornerstone in 1843.In this book, you will read about the Cincinnati Observatory's most notable contributions, big and small, that were made over the course of its years in existence. You will learn about the Observatory's role in primitive weather forecasting, star cataloging, and even advancements it helped to create during World War II. Now known as the Cincinnati Observatory Center, it is a functional observatory and a dedicated center of astronomy education for all ages. It continues to contribute a rich cultural and scientific history to its community and nation. Now known as the Cincinnati Observatory Center, it is a functional observatory and a dedicated center of astronomy education for all ages. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9783031460333

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Book Description Buch. Condition: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Previously dependent on Europe for scientific knowledge, the United States came into its own during the nineteenth century.A prime example of this is evident in the establishment of the Cincinnati Observatory, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Funded by the citizenry of that city, it was initiated, with ceremony, by the oration by former President John Quincy Adams, at the laying of the cornerstone in 1843.In this book, you will read about the Cincinnati Observatory's most notable contributions, big and small, that were made over the course of its years in existence. You will learn about the Observatory's role in primitive weather forecasting, star cataloging, and even advancements it helped to create during World War II.Now known as the Cincinnati Observatory Center, it is a functional observatory and a dedicated center of astronomy education for all ages.It continues to contribute a rich cultural and scientific history to its community and nation. 266 pp. Englisch. Seller Inventory # 9783031460333

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Cincinnati Observatory: Its Critical Role in the Birth and Evolution of Astronomy in America (Historical & Cultural Astronomy)

Cottam, Stella; Ventre, John E.

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Book Description Gebunden. Condition: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. Brings the history of the Cincinnati Observatory to life through incredible images of people, structures and technologyProvides access to the public of comprehensive, never published materialProvides a unique and comprehensive history regar. Seller Inventory # 1106327691

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Book Description Buch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Previously dependent on Europe for scientific knowledge, the United States came into its own during the nineteenth century.A prime example of this is evident in the establishment of the Cincinnati Observatory, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Funded by the citizenry of that city, it was initiated, with ceremony, by the oration by former President John Quincy Adams, at the laying of the cornerstone in 1843.In this book, you will read about the Cincinnati Observatory's most notable contributions, big and small, that were made over the course of its years in existence. You will learn about the Observatory's role in primitive weather forecasting, star cataloging, and even advancements it helped to create during World War II.Now known as the Cincinnati Observatory Center, it is a functional observatory and a dedicated center of astronomy education for all ages.It continues to contribute a rich cultural and scientific history to its community and nation. Seller Inventory # 9783031460333

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