A Plea For Reflectors: Being A Description Of The New Astronomical Telescopes With Silvered-Glass Specula (1876)

By John Browning

Book Overview

""A Plea For Reflectors: Being A Description Of The New Astronomical Telescopes With Silvered-Glass Specula (1876)"" is a book written by John Browning. It provides a detailed description of the new astronomical telescopes that use silvered-glass specula. The book is a plea for the use of reflectors in astronomy as opposed to refractors. The author argues that reflectors are more efficient and cost-effective than refractors, and they offer better image quality. The book covers the history of reflectors, their design, and construction, as well as their use in astronomical observations. It also includes illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the technical details of reflectors. The book is a valuable resource for astronomers, telescope makers, and anyone interested in the history and technology of telescopes.And Instructions For Adjusting And Using Them.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436744202
• ISBN13: 9781436744201
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"