Publisher's Synopsis
""The Projection And Calculation Of The Sphere For Young Sea Officers: Being A Complete Initiation Into Nautical Astronomy"" by Stephen M. Saxby is a comprehensive guide designed for young sea officers to learn about nautical astronomy. The book covers the projection and calculation of the sphere, which is an essential aspect of celestial navigation. The author provides a detailed explanation of the celestial sphere, including its structure, movements, and various coordinate systems. The book also covers the use of astronomical instruments, such as the sextant, and how to make accurate observations of celestial bodies. Additionally, the author explains how to calculate the altitude and azimuth of celestial bodies, and how to use this information to determine a ship's position. The book is written in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to readers with little to no prior knowledge of nautical astronomy. Overall, ""The Projection And Calculation Of The Sphere For Young Sea Officers"" is an essential guide for anyone interested in mastering the art of celestial navigation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
