The proceedings of the Canadian Eclipse Party, 1869

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ashe, E. D. (Edward David), 1813-1895

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Proceedings of the Canadian Eclipse Party, 1869" by E. D. Ashe is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This account details the preparations and experiences of a Canadian team led by Commander Ashe during a solar eclipse observed in the United States. The book serves as a historical record of astronomical observation, documenting not only the technical aspects of the expedition but also the personal anecdotes and challenges faced by the party. In this comprehensive work, Ashe describes the hurried arrangements undertaken to transport their telescope and photographic equipment to Jefferson City, Iowa, where they were to observe the eclipse. The narrative illustrates the logistical difficulties they encountered, from customs issues to equipment malfunctions, and highlights the camaraderie and support from both Canadian and American colleagues. Ashe meticulously details the observations made during the eclipse, including the captivating phenomenon of totality and the unique visual effects captured in their photographs. Accompanied by reports from fellow observers, the text concludes with reflections on the significance of their findings in the context of contemporary astronomical knowledge. This work stands as a valuable contribution to the history of scientific exploration and the understanding of solar eclipses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Walter MacDonald II

Notes:

Reading ease score: 63.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2011-02-23