Nathaniel Bowditch Livres

Nathaniel Bowditch s'impose comme un mathématicien américain pionnier dont le travail a révolutionné la navigation océanique. Il est largement reconnu comme l'architecte de la navigation maritime moderne, influençant profondément la manière dont les marins parcourent les mers. Son approche rigoureuse et ses calculs détaillés ont doté les marins des connaissances essentielles pour des voyages sûrs et précis. L'héritage de Bowditch réside dans la formation de générations de marins grâce à ses contributions fondamentales à la navigation.

Mécanique Céleste: 1St Book. On the General Laws of Equilibrium and Motion. 2D Book. On the Law of Universal Gravitation, and the Motions

The New American Practical Navigator ... Exemplified In A Journal Kept From Boston To Madeira ...: With An Appendix

The New American Practical Navigator: Being an Epitome of Navigation; Containing All the Tables Necessary to Be Used With the Nautical Almanac in Dete

Methods of Computing the Orbit of a Comet Or Planet: Appendix to the Third Volume of the Translation of the Méchanique Céleste

The Improved Practical Navigator: Containing All Necessary Instructions For Determining The Latitude By Various Methods, And For Ascertaining The Long

Memoir of Nathaniel Bowditch (Trade)
182pages
7 heures de lecture
3,6(5)Évaluer
The memoir captures the life and achievements of Nathaniel Bowditch, a self-taught mathematician from Salem, Massachusetts, renowned as the father of modern maritime navigation. His groundbreaking work, American Practical Navigator, revolutionized celestial navigation and remains a vital resource for mariners. Following his death in 1838, his son honored his legacy by sharing his father's story with students in Boston, leading to the publication of these recollections in 1841. The memoir highlights Bowditch's profound impact on navigation and education.
The Improved Practical Navigator: Containing All Necessary Instructions For Determining The Latitude By Various Methods, And For Ascertaining The Long
626pages
22 heures de lecture
This comprehensive guide to navigation is an essential resource for any sailor, explorer, or adventurer. Nathaniel Bowditch and Thomas Kirby provide clear instructions on how to determine latitude and longitude using a variety of methods, as well as detailed information on navigation techniques, safety procedures, and more. With numerous illustrations and tables, this book is an invaluable aid to anyone engaged in maritime exploration or trade.
Methods of Computing the Orbit of a Comet Or Planet: Appendix to the Third Volume of the Translation of the Méchanique Céleste
268pages
10 heures de lecture
The New American Practical Navigator: Being an Epitome of Navigation; Containing All the Tables Necessary to Be Used With the Nautical Almanac in Dete
852pages
30 heures de lecture
The New American Practical Navigator ... Exemplified In A Journal Kept From Boston To Madeira ...: With An Appendix
666pages
24 heures de lecture
First published in 1802, this classic guide to navigation and seamanship has been relied upon by sailors around the world for over 200 years. In addition to practical advice on handling ships and reading charts, it includes fascinating historical notes and anecdotes that bring the seafaring life to vivid life.
Mécanique Céleste: 1St Book. On the General Laws of Equilibrium and Motion. 2D Book. On the Law of Universal Gravitation, and the Motions
790pages
28 heures de lecture
The American Practical Navigator
Being an epitome of navigation and nautical astronomy
696pages
25 heures de lecture
This reprint of a classic 1888 edition serves as a comprehensive guide to navigation and nautical astronomy. It offers essential knowledge for mariners, covering practical techniques and astronomical principles crucial for safe and effective navigation at sea. The book maintains the integrity of the original content, providing timeless insights that remain relevant for both modern navigators and maritime enthusiasts.
Useful Tables From Bowditch's Practical Navigator
184pages
7 heures de lecture
The System of the World; Volume 1
524pages
19 heures de lecture
American Practical Navigator: An Epitome Of Navigation And Nautical Astronomy: Originally By Nathaniel Bowditch, Ll.d
842pages
30 heures de lecture
The book is a reproduction of a significant historical artifact, preserving its original elements such as copyright references and library stamps. Selected by scholars for its cultural importance, it contributes to the foundational knowledge of civilization. The aim is to maintain fidelity to the original text, offering readers an authentic glimpse into its historical context and significance.