The Description And Use Of The Universal Trigonometrical Octant (1753)

by George Adams

Book Overview

The Description And Use Of The Universal Trigonometrical Octant is a book written by George Adams in 1753. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the use of the Universal Trigonometrical Octant, a navigational instrument used to measure the altitude of celestial bodies. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part outlining the history and construction of the instrument, and the second part providing detailed instructions on how to...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120030471
• ISBN13: 9781120030474
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 146 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"