A Dissertation Upon the Phaenomena of the Harvest Moon: Also, the Description and Use of a New Four Wheeled Orrery (1747)

""A Dissertation Upon The Phaenomena Of The Harvest Moon: Also, The Description And Use Of A New Four Wheeled Orrery"" is a book written by James Ferguson in 1747. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the Harvest Moon, a phenomenon that occurs when the moon appears larger and brighter than usual during the fall season. The author explains the scientific reasons behind this phenomenon and how it affects the earth's tides.In addition to the dissertation on the Harvest Moon, the book also includes a detailed description of a new four-wheeled orrery, a mechanical model that demonstrates the movements of the planets and moons in the solar system. The author provides instructions on how to use the orrery and explains its significance in understanding the workings of the universe.Overall, ""A Dissertation Upon The Phaenomena Of The Harvest Moon: Also, The Description And Use Of A New Four Wheeled Orrery"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in astronomy and the mechanics of the solar system. The book provides clear explanations of complex concepts and offers practical insights into the workings of the universe.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.