The Theory And Practice Of Finding The Longitude At Sea Or Land (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781021540898)

Explore the fascinating history of longitude, from the earliest attempts to measure it to the groundbreaking discoveries of the 18th century. Written by the renowned Andrew Mackay, this comprehensive guidebook offers a detailed overview of the theory and practice of finding the longitude, both at sea and on land.

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