The Comets and Their Origin

R. A. Lyttleton

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Publisher's Synopsis

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.

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Cambridge University Press

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.

Book information

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