Description

""The Figure of the Earth: An Introduction to Geodesy"" is a book written by Andrew Merriman and Mansfield Merriman, originally published in 1881. The book is a comprehensive guide to the science of geodesy, which is the study of the size, shape, and gravity field of the Earth. The authors provide a detailed discussion of the various methods used to measure the Earth's shape, including triangulation, astronomical observations, and measurements of gravity. They also explore the history of geodesy, from ancient times to the present day, and discuss the impact of geodesy on other fields such as astronomy, geography, and engineering. The book includes numerous illustrations, diagrams, and tables to help readers understand the concepts and methods discussed. Overall, ""The Figure of the Earth"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the science of geodesy and the study of the Earth's shape and gravity field.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.