Beschrijving van het Rijks-Planetarium te Franeker Van 1772 tot 1780 uitgedacht en vervaardigd door Eise Eisinga
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Language: DutchPublished:
Authors:
- Eekhoff, W. (Wopke)
1809 - 1880
- Swinden, Jan Hendrik van
1746 - 1823
About this book
In an era marked by Enlightenment thought and scientific curiosity, "Beschrijving van het Rijks-Planetarium te Franeker" by Eise Eisinga unveils the remarkable journey of a self-taught astronomer who built a stunningly intricate model of the solar system in his own home. This document highlights Eisinga's innovative use of mechanics to illustrate celestial movements, showcasing both his genius and the era's thirst for knowledge. Readers will discover the significance of this planetary model, which not only served as an educational tool but also symbolized the unyielding pursuit of understanding the cosmos. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this work invites exploration into the intersection of science and society during a pivotal time in history.
