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Springer Praxis Bks.: Sundials : Design, Construction, and Use by Denis Savoie and Volker J. Geers (2009, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherSpringer New York
ISBN-100387098011
ISBN-139780387098012
eBay Product ID (ePID)4755428
Product Key Features
Number of PagesXiv, 181 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameSundials : Design, Construction, and Use
Publication Year2009
SubjectAudiology & Speech Pathology, People with Disabilities, Physics / Astrophysics, Space Science, Astronomy
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaSocial Science, Science, Medical
AuthorDenis Savoie, Volker J. Geers
SeriesSpringer Praxis Bks.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Weight16 Oz
Item Length9.6 in
Item Width6.7 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number2
Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN80-480933
Dewey Edition22
Number of Volumes1 vol.
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal529.7
Table Of ContentA little astronomy.- An introduction to sundials.- The gnomon.- Equatorial sundials.- Horizontal sundials.- Polar sundials.- Vertical sundials.- Horizontal analemmatic sundials.- Altitude sundials.- Sundials in the tropics.
SynopsisIn this illustrated book, Denis Savoie presents the basics of astronomy required to understand sundials and describes how to design and build your own classical sundial. He describes how ancient sundials were used and presents a history of time measurement., Sundials, which decorate church walls, public plazas, and elegant gardens, are first and foremost astronomical instruments. Before understanding how sundials work, one must first understand the apparent motion of the Sun in the sky. In this book, Denis Savoie presents the basics of astronomy required to understand sundials and describes how to design and build your own classical sundial. Written for all levels of science readers, the author shows the calculations involved in the sundial's construction and also gives a comprehensive history of time measurement. The practical and observational aspects of sundials will enable readers to create custom-made sundial of their own, adding whatever special features they wish to include. Most of these designs have been tested by people with no previous knowledge of astronomy. To aid the reader, the book is full of clear and instructive illustrations and diagrams., Sundials, which decorate church walls, public plazas, and elegant gardens, are first and foremost astronomical instruments. Before understanding how sundials work, one must first understand the apparent motion of the Sun in the sky. In this book, Denis Savoie presents the basics of astronomy required to understand sundials and describes how to design and build your own classical sundial. Written to engage all levels of science readers, the author shows the calculations involved in the sundial's construction and also gives a comprehensive history of time measurement. The book begins with an introduction to cosmography through a study of the Sun's annual and diurnal motions. The Celestial Sphere and the local Celestial Sphere, the hour angle of the sun and the equation of Time are all discussed. The author then moves to a brief history of both sundials and time, giving the general principles behind the sundial, the conversion of solar time to clock time, and discussing the local meridian line. The gnomon and the use of its shadow are also explained in detail. In addition, many types of sundials and their different uses are described. These include the polar, horizontal, and north-facing sundial, just to name a few. The practical and observational aspects of sundials will enable readers to create custom-made sundial of their own, adding whatever special features they wish to include. Most of these designs have been tested by people with no previous knowledge of astronomy. To aid the reader, the book is full of clear and instructive illustrations and diagrams.
LC Classification NumberQB4-4.9
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- Aug 19, 2024
Sundials: Design, Construction and Use
This is a comprehensive and very well-written and illustrated manual with clear explanations and diagrams of the basic principals needed to understand sundial construction, with in-depth coverage of all the major types of sundials, common and uncommon. For sundial enthusiasts and novice alike, this book is invaluable.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
