The Elements of Geodetic Astronomy: For Civil Engineer (1904)

The Elements of Geodetic Astronomy: For Civil Engineer is a comprehensive guidebook written by Henry Curwen Lord in 1904. The book is aimed at civil engineers who are interested in the field of geodetic astronomy. The author covers a wide range of topics related to geodetic astronomy, including the measurement of the Earth's surface, the use of astronomical observations to determine the position of points on the Earth's surface, and the use of geodetic instruments. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific topic in detail. The author uses a clear and concise writing style, making the book accessible to readers with a basic understanding of mathematics and physics. The book also includes numerous diagrams and illustrations to help readers understand the concepts discussed. Overall, The Elements of Geodetic Astronomy is an essential resource for civil engineers who want to understand the principles of geodetic astronomy and apply them to their work.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.