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The collected papers delve into New Zealand's rich astronomical heritage, highlighting traditional Maori astronomy and the nautical practices of Cook's astronomers during their voyages. It also examines the historical significance of nineteenth-century observatories, detailing notable telescopes and key observations made during the 1874 and 1882 transits of Venus. Additionally, the work reflects on the enthusiasm of amateur astronomers in New Zealand for comets and meteors, showcasing the evolution and impact of astronomy in the region.
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Exploring the History of New Zealand Astronomy, Wayne Orchiston
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- Erscheinungsdatum
- 2019
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- Titel
- Exploring the History of New Zealand Astronomy
- Untertitel
- Trials, Tribulations, Telescopes and Transits
- Sprache
- Englisch
- Autor*innen
- Wayne Orchiston
- Erscheinungsdatum
- 2019
- Einband
- Paperback
- Seitenzahl
- 736
- ISBN13
- 9783319794112
- Beschreibung
- The collected papers delve into New Zealand's rich astronomical heritage, highlighting traditional Maori astronomy and the nautical practices of Cook's astronomers during their voyages. It also examines the historical significance of nineteenth-century observatories, detailing notable telescopes and key observations made during the 1874 and 1882 transits of Venus. Additionally, the work reflects on the enthusiasm of amateur astronomers in New Zealand for comets and meteors, showcasing the evolution and impact of astronomy in the region.