Description: FRONTIERS IN SPACE...OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE MOUNT WILSON AND PALOMAR OBSERVATORIES, JOINTLY OPERATED BY THE CARNEGIE INSTITUTION OF WASHINGTON AND THE CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY. This 48 page publication described as a "Booklet", is a comprehensive and easy-to-read history of both observatories, working together in a coordinated program of astronomical research, both of which were part of one man's dream....George Ellery Hale. Contents include: ASTRONOMY AND IT'S TOOLS, WHAT IS A TELESCOPE, THE STORY OF MOUNT WILSON, THE STORY OF PALOMAR, A NIGHT'S WORK (Fascinating description of the 3 to 6 NIGHTS a month allocated to each astronomer to LIVE at one of the observatories in dormitories designed for DAYTIME sleep....black shades to block daylight with NO NOISE allowed), QUESTIONS IN THE STARS (the three spheres of space: The Solar System, The Milky Way and the Universe.) Fascinating photographs and diagrams accompany the text. No exact publication date is shown, but written name on first inside page of previous owner and JUNE 30, 1951 date helps! Remaining in fantastic condition, the volume will be an inspiration for any budding astronomer! GOOD LUCK AND THANKS FOR VIEWING GOODEYE'S COOLBUYS!!! Be sure to add me to your favorites list! Check out my other items!
Price: 17.99 USD
Location: Winnetka, California
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Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Time Period Manufactured: 1940-59
