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Astronomy for Young Folks, by Isabel Martin Lewis (Part 9)

Boring Books for Bedtime Readings to Help You Sleep

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Exploring the Cosmos: Historical Advances in Astronomy

This chapter examines pivotal developments in astronomy, including key discoveries about stars and the universe's expanse. It highlights the contributions of Sir William Herschel and the challenges faced in measuring stellar distances, culminating in the distance measurement to 61 Cygni.

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