Author: New York Public Library. Research Libraries
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Library catalogs
Languages : en
Pages : 524
Book Description
Dictionary Catalog of the Research Libraries of the New York Public Library, 1911-1971
Author: New York Public Library. Research Libraries
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Library catalogs
Languages : en
Pages : 524
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Library catalogs
Languages : en
Pages : 524
Book Description
History of Windham County, Connecticut: 1600-1760
Author: Ellen Douglas Larned
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Windham County (Conn.)
Languages : en
Pages : 618
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Windham County (Conn.)
Languages : en
Pages : 618
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A Magnificent Farce
Author: Alfred Edward Newton
Publisher: Boston : Atlantic Monthly Press
ISBN:
Category : Bibliomania
Languages : en
Pages : 408
Book Description
Publisher: Boston : Atlantic Monthly Press
ISBN:
Category : Bibliomania
Languages : en
Pages : 408
Book Description
August Flower and German Syrup
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Almanacs, American
Languages : en
Pages : 36
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Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Almanacs, American
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Celestial Sleuth
Author: Donald W. Olson
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1461484030
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
For a general audience interested in solving mysteries in art, history, and literature using the methods of science, 'forensic astronomy' is a thrilling new field of exploration. Astronomical calculations are the basis of the studies, which have the advantage of bringing to readers both evocative images and a better understanding of the skies. Weather facts, volcano studies, topography, tides, historical letters and diaries, famous paintings, military records, and the friendly assistance of experts in related fields add variety, depth, and interest to the work. The chosen topics are selected for their wide public recognition and intrigue, involving artists such as Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Edvard Munch, and Ansel Adams; historical events such as the Battle of Marathon, the death of Julius Caesar, the American Revolution, and World War II; and literary authors such as Chaucer, Shakespeare, Joyce, and Mary Shelley. This book sets out to answer these mysteries indicated with the means and expertise of astronomy, opening the door to a richer experience of human culture and its relationship with nature. Each subject is carefully analyzed. As an example using the study of sky paintings by Vincent van Gogh, the analytical method would include: - computer calculations of historical skies above France in the 19th century - finding and quoting the clues found in translations of original letters by Van Gogh - making site visits to France to determine the precise locations when Van Gogh set up his easel and what celestial objects are depicted. For each historical event influenced by astronomy, there would be a different kind of mystery to be solved. As an example: - How can the phase of the Moon and time of moonrise help to explain a turning point of the American Civil War - the fatal wounding of Stonewall Jackson at Chancellorsville in 1863? For each literary reference to astronomy, it was determined which celestial objects were being described and making an argument that the author is describing an actual event. For example, what was the date of the moonlit scene when Mary Shelley first had the idea for her novel “Frankenstein?” These and more fun riddles will enchant and delight the fan of art and astronomy.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1461484030
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
For a general audience interested in solving mysteries in art, history, and literature using the methods of science, 'forensic astronomy' is a thrilling new field of exploration. Astronomical calculations are the basis of the studies, which have the advantage of bringing to readers both evocative images and a better understanding of the skies. Weather facts, volcano studies, topography, tides, historical letters and diaries, famous paintings, military records, and the friendly assistance of experts in related fields add variety, depth, and interest to the work. The chosen topics are selected for their wide public recognition and intrigue, involving artists such as Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Edvard Munch, and Ansel Adams; historical events such as the Battle of Marathon, the death of Julius Caesar, the American Revolution, and World War II; and literary authors such as Chaucer, Shakespeare, Joyce, and Mary Shelley. This book sets out to answer these mysteries indicated with the means and expertise of astronomy, opening the door to a richer experience of human culture and its relationship with nature. Each subject is carefully analyzed. As an example using the study of sky paintings by Vincent van Gogh, the analytical method would include: - computer calculations of historical skies above France in the 19th century - finding and quoting the clues found in translations of original letters by Van Gogh - making site visits to France to determine the precise locations when Van Gogh set up his easel and what celestial objects are depicted. For each historical event influenced by astronomy, there would be a different kind of mystery to be solved. As an example: - How can the phase of the Moon and time of moonrise help to explain a turning point of the American Civil War - the fatal wounding of Stonewall Jackson at Chancellorsville in 1863? For each literary reference to astronomy, it was determined which celestial objects were being described and making an argument that the author is describing an actual event. For example, what was the date of the moonlit scene when Mary Shelley first had the idea for her novel “Frankenstein?” These and more fun riddles will enchant and delight the fan of art and astronomy.
Select Documents of English Constitutional History
Author: George Burton Adams
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789353806286
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 582
Book Description
This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. We have represented this book in the same form as it was first published. Hence any marks seen are left intentionally to preserve its true nature.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789353806286
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 582
Book Description
This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. We have represented this book in the same form as it was first published. Hence any marks seen are left intentionally to preserve its true nature.
New England Chronology
Author: Alden Bradford
Publisher: Boston, S. G. Simpkins
ISBN:
Category : New England
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Publisher: Boston, S. G. Simpkins
ISBN:
Category : New England
Languages : en
Pages : 256
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The Soul of Abraham Lincoln
Author: William Eleazar Barton
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Manuscripts
Languages : en
Pages : 389
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Manuscripts
Languages : en
Pages : 389
Book Description
The History of Tammany Hall
Author: Gustavus Myers
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
Marion County in the Making
Author: Fairmont High School (Fairmont, W. Va.)
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Marion County (W. Va.)
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Marion County (W. Va.)
Languages : en
Pages : 378
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