Earth's Magnetism in the Age of Sail
Download or Read eBook Earth's Magnetism in the Age of Sail PDF written by A. R. T. Jonkers and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2003-05-21 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Author | : A. R. T. Jonkers |
Publisher | : JHU Press |
Total Pages | : 328 |
Release | : 2003-05-21 |
ISBN-10 | : 0801871328 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780801871320 |
Rating | : 4/5 (28 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Earth's Magnetism in the Age of Sail by : A. R. T. Jonkers
Book excerpt: Jonkers explores these early efforts both for what they reveal about the history of science and navigation and as a unique record of the actual changes in the Earth's magnetic field. The result, a combination of science and history, will appeal to a broad audience of specialists as well as general readers."--BOOK JACKET.