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Pickering, Edward C. (Edward Charles)
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Pickering, Edward Charles
Pickering, E. C. (Edward Charles)
The Future of Astronomy
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"The Future of Astronomy" by Edward C. Pickering is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book presents an insightful discourse on the advancements in astronomy and addresses the potential future developments within the field. It covers significant topics related to astronomical research, instrumentation, and the organizational aspects that support scientific study. In this work, Pickering discusses three major advancements in the field of astronomy: the invention of the telescope, the application of photography, and the photographic analysis of stellar spectra. He argues for the necessity of adequate funding and organization to support future research in astronomy. Pickering emphasizes the importance of education in producing skilled astronomers and suggests innovative methods for improving research collaboration. He foresees the establishment of large observatories equipped with advanced instrumentation, which would facilitate comprehensive studies of the stars and their properties. The book ultimately paints an optimistic picture of astronomy's evolution and underscores the need for strategic investments in scientific research to foster groundbreaking discoveries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 56.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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