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Explore the captivating journey of precision and innovation with "Longitude" by Dava Sobel. Published in 1998, this paperback edition delves into the epic quest to solve one of the greatest scientific challenges of the 18th century—determining longitude at sea. A blend of history and technology, Sobel's narrative is as engaging as it is informative, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of both subjects. Perfect for students and aficionados of adult learning, this book is a profound addition to any collection. Whether you're expanding your knowledge or simply enjoying a well-crafted story, "Longitude" promises to be a thought-provoking and entertaining read.

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First published in 1996, Dava Sobel's story of an epic scientific quest - how to calculate longitude. The thorniest scientific problem of the day had occupied scientists and their patrons for the better part of two centuries until John Harrison dared to imagine a mechanical solution. The story encompasses astronomy, navigation and clockmaking.

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PublisherHarperCollins

ISBN-139781857025712

eBay Product ID (ePID)86482053

Product Key Features

Number of Pages189 Pages

Publication NameLongitude

LanguageEnglish

SubjectEngineering & Technology, Science

Publication Year1998

TypeTextbook

Subject AreaMarine Science, Biographies & True Stories

AuthorDava Sobel

FormatPaperback

Dimensions

Item Height178 mm

Item Weight145 g

Item Width111 mm

Additional Product Features

Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom

Title_AuthorDava Sobel

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by kenb2520
16 Jan, 2019
Just Perfect.
An absolutely amazing story, I could not put the book down when I started to read it.THANKS *****
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by eggsmusic
31 Mar, 2021
Good book
Very interesting read of the history of Harrison and the search for a good time keeper for the ships of his time
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by gingerwhizzle
30 Apr, 2020
Harrison - timekeeping at sea
Excellent interesting historical read . Decent used copy .
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by jatay5705
05 Apr, 2020
Absolutely an amazing book
I have learnt so much from this book. Health issues and therelated symptoms, iventions, history of sea travel, telling time by the heavens and so much more.
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by jennsim4233
26 Apr, 2024
Excellent
Love the story behind this mann
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by joratc95
15 Aug, 2022
Longitude
One of the best
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by barriewilliam123
01 Jun, 2016
A nice book, very well written & revealing of the times & events when the situation of longitude posed enormous diificulties.
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by doctorcrop
07 Oct, 2020
Good
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