Geared to the Stars: The Evolution of Planetariums, Orreries, and Astronomical Clocks

Name: Geared to the Stars: The Evolution of Planetariums, Orreries, and Astronomical Clocks
Author: Henry C. King
ISBN: 9780802023124

Author Henry C. King

Publisher University of Toronto Press

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Author(s)Henry C. King

PublisherUniversity of Toronto Press

ISBN / ASIN0802023126

ISBN-139780802023124

MarketplaceFrance 🇫🇷

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Unique, comprehensive reference work presents a complete history of geared planetary machines from Archimedes to present-day astronomical clocks based on personal examination of numerous machines, instruments and clocks in Europe and North America, as well as on study of the scientific literature. Includes bibliography and over 300 illustrations.