The True Figure and Dimensions of the Earth ... in a Letter Addressed to George Biddell Airy

<p>The True Figure and Dimensions of the Earth ... in a Letter Addressed to George Biddell Airy presents Johannes Von Gumpach's theories on the Earth's shape and size. Written in the mid-19th century this work engages with contemporary scientific debates surrounding geodesy and mathematical geography. Addressed to the Astronomer Royal George Biddell Airy the text offers a detailed and critical examination of existing models proposing alternative calculations and conclusions. This book offers insights into the scientific thought of the period and will appeal to historians of science particularly those interested in the history of geophysics and cartography.</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>