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Originally published in 1953, this book first sets out some observational facts about comets, then the greater part of the book accounts for their origin and explains how comet tails are formed. The text contains 34 photographs of celebrated comets, including eight of Halley's comet. A comet index is also provided. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the development of astronomy and the history of science.
Cambridge University Press dates from 1534 and is part of the University of Cambridge. We further the University's mission by disseminating knowledge in the pursuit of education, learning and research at the highest international levels of excellence.
| ISBN: | 9781107615618 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press |
| Imprint: | Cambridge University Press |
| Pub date: | 20 Jun 2013 |
| DEWEY: | 523.6 |
| DEWEY edition: | 23 |
| Language: | English |
| Number of pages: | 198 |
| Weight: | 260g |
| Height: | 216mm |
| Width: | 140mm |
| Spine width: | 12mm |
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