An Introduction to the Practice of Nautical Surveying, and the Construction of Sea Charts (1823)
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""An Introduction To The Practice Of Nautical Surveying, And The Construction Of Sea Charts"" is a comprehensive guide to the art of nautical surveying and the creation of sea charts, written by French naval officer and cartographer, Charles-Fran�����ois Beautemps-Beaupr�����. Originally published in 1823, this book provides a detailed overview of the techniques and equipment used in nautical surveying, including the use of sextants, chronometers, and compasses. It also covers the principles of hydrography and the methods used to measure depth and chart coastlines. The book is richly illustrated with maps, diagrams, and engravings, making it an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the history of navigation and cartography.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.
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- ISBN-13: 9781162094892
- ISBN-10: 1162094893
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: May 2010
- Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.44 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.46 pounds
- Page Count: 158
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