Bessel, the Distances of the Stars and the Discovery of the Stellar Planets

""Bessel, The Distances Of The Stars And The Discovery Of The Stellar Planets"" is a book written by Sir Oliver Lodge that delves into the life and work of Friedrich Bessel, a German astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of astronomy. The book explores Bessel's groundbreaking work on measuring the distances of stars, which paved the way for modern astronomy. It also discusses Bessel's discovery of the first stellar planet, which was a major breakthrough in the study of planets beyond our solar system. Lodge provides a detailed account of Bessel's life, his scientific achievements, and the impact of his work on our understanding of the universe. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in astronomy, the history of science, and the lives of great scientists.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Pioneers of Science, by Sir Oliver Lodge. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766135004.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.