New Methods Of Finding The Longitude

""New Methods of Finding the Longitude: Either at Sea or on Shore"" is a book written by Thomas Yarrow and published in 1826. The book provides a comprehensive guide to various methods of determining longitude, which was a significant problem for navigators at the time. Yarrow presents a number of techniques, including lunar distances, chronometers, and the use of the stars, and provides detailed instructions on how to use them. The book is aimed at both seafarers and astronomers, and includes illustrations and diagrams to aid understanding. Yarrow's work was important in the development of navigation and helped to improve safety at sea. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of navigation and the development of technology in the early 19th century.To Which Are Added Supplementary Tables Of The Moon�������s Place And Of The Sun�������s Right Ascension, For 1827, For Facilitating The Operations.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.