1894 Studies In Spectrum Analysis by JN Lockyer Antique Science Reference Book

1894 Studies In Spectrum Analysis by JN Lockyer Antique Science Reference Book

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1894 Studies In Spectrum Analysis by JN Lockyer Antique Science Reference Book

Studies In Spectrum Analysis
By J. Norman Lockyer
Published by Kegan Paul, Trench, Trubner & Co Ltd: London 1894 5th Edition
In Presentation Leather & Decorated Gilt Bindings From Geelong College

" Published in the late 19th century, Studies in Spectrum Analysis reflects Sir J. Norman Lockyer's pioneering research in astrophysics and spectral analysis. Lockyer, a key figure in the development of astronomical spectroscopy, was instrumental in using spectral lines to identify the chemical elements present in stars. The book discusses:
  • The fundamentals of spectroscopy, including how light from stars and other sources can be broken into its component wavelengths to reveal a spectrum.
  • The discovery of helium in the solar spectrum—Lockyer famously co-discovered helium in 1868 through solar spectroscopy, before it was found on Earth.
  • The classification of stars based on their spectral characteristics.
  • Comparisons of solar and stellar spectra to understand the composition, temperature, and motion of celestial bodies.
  • Observations of solar prominences and sunspots, and how spectroscopy helps reveal their nature.
  • The relationship between terrestrial laboratory spectra and celestial phenomena, showing how elements behave similarly on Earth and in the cosmos.
Lockyer's work bridged laboratory physics and observational astronomy, helping to lay the foundation for modern astrophysics. His studies show how light analysis can unveil the structure and evolution of the universe, turning starlight into a readable language of science."

Light wear to covers and spine as shown. Contemporary prize plate. Only some very light spotting present with the vast majority of pages and illustrations being beautifully presented. All plates and foldout charts are present as called for. Binding is in excellent condition with no loose pages. A stunning, presentation quality black leather & gilt copy of an important work on astrophysics in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 18.5cm x 13cm x 2.25cm - 258 Pages

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Condition: Very good
Binding: Leather
Special Attributes: ["Illustrated", "Presentation Leather & Decorated Gilt Bindings", "Fold Out Plate", "Marbled Endpapers", "Marbled Text Block"]
Region: Europe
Subject: Science & Medicine
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Light wear to covers and spine as shown. Contemporary prize plate. Only some very light spotting present with the vast majority of pages and illustrations being beautifully presented. All plates and foldout charts are present as called for. Binding is in excellent condition with no loose pages. A stunning, presentation quality black leather & gilt copy of an important work on astrophysics in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: J. Norman Lockyer
Publisher: Kegan Paul, Trench, Trubner & Co Ltd: London
Year Printed: 1897
Sub-subject: Astrophysics