Composition Mathématique [ou Astronomie Ancienne]; Volume 2

<p><i>Composition Mathématique [ou Astronomie Ancienne]</i> Volume 2 presents a detailed exploration of Claudius Ptolemy's astronomical work. This volume part of a larger compilation delves into the intricacies of Ptolemy's models and theories offering readers insights into the mathematical frameworks that underpinned ancient astronomy. Translated and annotated by Jean-Baptiste Delambre Nicolas B. Halman and Isaac Argyre this work makes Ptolemy's monumental treatise accessible to modern scholars and enthusiasts.</p> <p>The text meticulously examines Ptolemy's geometrical models of the cosmos his explanations of planetary motion and his catalog of stars. This edition provides valuable context for understanding the evolution of astronomical thought and the historical development of mathematical techniques used in astronomical calculations. This volume is an essential resource for anyone studying the history of science mathematics and astronomy providing a window into the intellectual achievements of the ancient world.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>