The Transit Of Venus (1920) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781437389821)

The Transit of Venus (1920) is a book written by John Philip Sousa, the famous American composer and conductor. In this book, Sousa explores the scientific phenomenon of the transit of Venus, which occurs when the planet Venus passes between the Earth and the Sun. He delves into the history of this rare event and its significance in the fields of astronomy and navigation. Sousa also discusses the cultural impact of the transit of Venus, including its influence on literature, art, and music. The book includes illustrations, diagrams, and photographs to help readers understand the science behind this celestial event. Overall, The Transit of Venus is a fascinating exploration of a natural phenomenon that has captivated scientists and artists for centuries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Philip Sousa
ISBN-10: 1437389821
ISBN-13: 9781437389821
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/22/2008
Pages: 260
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.22lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d