Longitude by Dava Sobel - The True Story of a Lone Genius Who Solved The

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Features: Illustrated, New York Times Bestseller Item Width: 4.5 in Intended Audience: Adults, Young Adults Narrative Type: Nonfiction Unit Quantity: 1 ISBN: 9780140258790 Country of Origin: United States of America Number of Pages: 192 Pages Genre: Science, Biography & Autobiography Book Title: Longitude : the True Story of a Lone Genius Who Solved the Greatest Scientific Problem of His Time Item Height: 0.5 in Language: English Item Weight: 4.8 Oz Original Language: English Topic: Earth Sciences / Geography, Science & Technology height: 0.5 in Illustrator: Yes Type: Textbook, Manual, Anthology Era: 1990s Publication Year: 1996 Vintage: No Format: Trade Paperback width: 4.5 in Author: Dava Sobel Item Length: 7.5 in Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group Unit Type: Book Edition: Reprint

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Longitude by Dava Sobel - The True Story of a Lone Genius Who Solved The. Discover the compelling true story of John Harrison, the 18th-century clockmaker who solved the greatest scientific problem of his time: how to accurately determine longitude at sea. Dava Sobel's critically acclaimed book, 'Longitude,' brings to life the epic struggle against the scientific establishment, weaving a narrative of innovation, perseverance, and the ultimate triumph of a lone genius. This New York Times Bestseller is an engaging read for anyone interested in history, science, horology, or maritime exploration. The book is in good condition, as shown in the images, ready to be enjoyed by its next reader. Discover the compelling true story of John Harrison, the 18th-century clockmaker who solved the greatest scientific problem of his time: how to accurately determine longitude at sea. Dava Sobel's critically acclaimed book, 'Longitude,' brings to life the epic struggle against the scientific establishment, weaving a narrative of innovation, perseverance, and the ultimate triumph of a lone genius. This New York Times Bestseller is an engaging read for anyone interested in history, science, horology, or maritime exploration. The book is in good condition, as shown in the images, ready to be enjoyed by its next reader.