Die Milchstraße

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Kahn, Fritz, 1888-1968

Contributor:

Helbig, Georg

Oeffinger, Rudolf, 1870-1952

Language:

German

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Other Title:

Die Milchstrasse

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Die Milchstraße" by Dr. Fritz Kahn is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the nature and significance of the Milky Way galaxy, intertwining scientific inquiry with philosophical contemplation about humanity's place in the cosmos. It ambitiously explores how the ancient understanding of the stars has evolved and how this understanding shapes our relationship with the universe. The opening of the book provides a rich description of the Milky Way as observed on a clear night, detailing its appearance and structure as a luminous band of stars across the sky. Kahn reflects on the historical context of stargazing and how, in ancient times, celestial bodies served practical purposes for navigation and calendar-making in contrast to modern life, where such observations are rare. He emphasizes the lost connection between humanity and the stars, expressing a yearning for a renewed appreciation of the cosmos, while hinting at the myriad of myths and scientific theories that have emerged throughout history regarding the Milky Way. This exploration sets the stage for a deeper dive into the scientific principles that govern our understanding of the galaxy and our own existence within it. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

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Notes:

Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2016-06-19