Tables relating to the sun
MS. Rawl. A. 283
Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford
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Title
Tables relating to the sun
Shelfmark
MS. Rawl. A. 283
Summary
Tables (very neatly drawn out) showing:
1. the difference of time at twenty-four places throughout the world from each hour of the day and night at London;
2. the time of the sun's rising and setting at the same places throughout the year;
3. the length of the day and night;
4. the time of the sun's coming to the east and to the west, from Mar to Sep inclusive;
5. the sun's amplitude at its rising or setting.
Date
17th century
Language
English
Physical facet
On paper, in folio
Physical extent
10 Leaves
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Collection contents
Rawlinson A: English History
Tables relating to the sun
