Total Eclipses Of The Sun (1894)

By Mabel Loomis Todd

Book Overview

Total Eclipses of the Sun is a book written by Mabel Loomis Todd and published in 1894. The book is a comprehensive guide to the phenomenon of total solar eclipses and covers various aspects of the event, including its history, scientific explanations, and cultural significance. Todd, an American astronomer and writer, draws on her own experiences and observations of solar eclipses to provide a detailed account of the phenomenon. She explains the causes of eclipses, the different types of eclipses, and the various ways in which they have been observed and studied throughout history. The book also includes a detailed description of Todd's experience observing the total solar eclipse of 1889 in the western United States, which she describes as a life-changing event. In addition to the scientific aspects of solar eclipses, Todd also explores their cultural significance, including their impact on mythology, religion, and art. She discusses the role of eclipses in ancient cultures and their influence on superstitions and beliefs. Overall, Total Eclipses of the Sun is a fascinating and informative guide to one of the most awe-inspiring natural phenomena in the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in astronomy, science, or cultural history.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437433138
• ISBN13: 9781437433135
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"