Camille Flammarion's The Planet Mars by Camille Flammarion

Camille Flammarion's The Planet Mars by Camille Flammarion

Widely regarded as a leading historian of the planet Mars, Sheehan has not only meticulously compared and corrected Moores manuscript against Flammarions original so as to produce an authoritative text, he has added an important introduction showing the books significance in the history of Mars studies.

“The book now reviewed is volume I of Flammarion’s classic… The quality of reproduction is excellent, and both editor and publisher must be commended for their achievement. … I have no hesitation in recommending it wholeheartedly.” (Richard McKim, The Observatory, Vol. 135 (1249), December, 2015)

“Flammarion, a noted French astronomer of the late 19th century, wrote this seminal review of the research relating to Mars in 1892. … Flammarion synthesized the many sets of observations and drew conclusions about the physical characteristics of Mars and the likelihood that the planet can support life. Historians might consider this discussion a good example of the scientific method of the period. Summing Up: Recommended. Researchers/faculty and professionals/practitioners.” (D. E. Hogg, Choice, Vol. 52 (12), August, 2015)

Nicolas Camille Flammarion, a French astronomer, was born on February 26, 1842 in Montigny-le-Roi (Haute-Marne) and died on June 3, 1925 in Juvisy-sur-Orge (Essonne). He was an active member of a number of scientific societies and organizations dedicated to spreading positive science. His scientific discoveries propelled him to the top of the French vulgarizers list in the twentieth century, bringing astronomy, terrestrial physics, and climate change to the general public's attention. He has added to his name's notoriety by the mystic and spiritual aspects of some of his works.

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ISBN 13	9783319096407
ISBN 10	3319096400
Title	Camille Flammarion's The Planet Mars
Author	Camille Flammarion
Series	Astrophysics And Space Science Library
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Springer International Publishing AG
Year published	2014-11-11
Number of pages	528
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