Astronomy for Young Australians by James Bonwick
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About this eBook
| Author | Bonwick, James, 1817-1906 |
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| Title | Astronomy for Young Australians |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by David E. Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from scans of public domain works at The National Library of Australia.) |
| Summary | "Astronomy for Young Australians" by James Bonwick is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. Aimed at young audiences, the book introduces the wonders of astronomy while incorporating educational dialogues between a father and his son, making complex ideas accessible and engaging. The book likely focuses on educating children about the stars, planets, and various concepts of astronomy in a way that inspires curiosity and understanding. The narrative unfolds through the journey of a young boy named James and his father, Mr. Marple, who engage in discussions about the nature of the universe. They observe celestial bodies and explore concepts such as the Earth's rotation, the size of the planet, and the apparent motion of stars. Through their conversations, various astronomical phenomena are explained, including the Milky Way, the Zodiac constellations, and the differences between planets and stars. The father encourages James to think critically about what they observe, leading to insights about the shape of the Earth, the seasons, and even time measurement with pendulums. The book thoughtfully bridges storytelling with educational content, aiming to foster a lasting interest in astronomy among young Australians. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QB: Science: Astronomy |
| Subject | Astronomy -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57091 |
| Release Date | May 5, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 44 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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