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Title: A Preliminary Dissertation on the Mechanisms of the Heavens
Original Publication: United States: Carey & Lea,1832.
Credits: Laura Natal Rodrigues (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust Digital Library.)
Summary: "A Preliminary Dissertation on the Mechanism of the Heavens" by Mary Somerville is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. The text explores the principles of physical astronomy, examining the laws governing celestial motions and the forces that maintain the stability of the solar system. It serves to illuminate the remarkable achievements of astronomers throughout history while encouraging a deep contemplation of the universe's mechanisms. At the start of the dissertation, Somerville lays the groundwork for her investigation into physical astronomy, emphasizing the importance of experiential knowledge and the comparative analysis of phenomena both on Earth and in the cosmos. She initially discusses the foundational work of Newton and the laws of motion that link terrestrial observations to celestial dynamics. Somerville articulates the significance of gravity and attraction in maintaining the orbits of bodies in space, while also advocating for a comprehensive understanding of the mathematical principles that underpin these astronomical phenomena. This opening sets the stage for a deeper inquiry into the evolving complexities of celestial mechanics and the enduring pursuit of truth through scientific exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 36.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Author: Somerville, Mary, 1780-1872
EBook No.: 67386
Published: Feb 12, 2022
Downloads: 136
Language: English
Subject: Celestial mechanics
LoCC: Science: Astronomy
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: A Preliminary Dissertation on the Mechanisms of the Heavens
Original Publication: United States: Carey & Lea,1832.
Credits: Laura Natal Rodrigues (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust Digital Library.)
Summary: "A Preliminary Dissertation on the Mechanism of the Heavens" by Mary Somerville is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. The text explores the principles of physical astronomy, examining the laws governing celestial motions and the forces that maintain the stability of the solar system. It serves to illuminate the remarkable achievements of astronomers throughout history while encouraging a deep contemplation of the universe's mechanisms. At the start of the dissertation, Somerville lays the groundwork for her investigation into physical astronomy, emphasizing the importance of experiential knowledge and the comparative analysis of phenomena both on Earth and in the cosmos. She initially discusses the foundational work of Newton and the laws of motion that link terrestrial observations to celestial dynamics. Somerville articulates the significance of gravity and attraction in maintaining the orbits of bodies in space, while also advocating for a comprehensive understanding of the mathematical principles that underpin these astronomical phenomena. This opening sets the stage for a deeper inquiry into the evolving complexities of celestial mechanics and the enduring pursuit of truth through scientific exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 36.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Author: Somerville, Mary, 1780-1872
EBook No.: 67386
Published: Feb 12, 2022
Downloads: 136
Language: English
Subject: Celestial mechanics
LoCC: Science: Astronomy
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.