The Story of Eclipses
George F. Chambers, a barrister and amateur astronomer known for his handbooks, published The Story of Eclipses in 1899 in a popular series, simply told for general readers and timed for the total eclipse of the sun of May 28, 1900. He explains how eclipses of the sun and moon come about and how they can be predicted, describes what observers see during totality, from the moon's shadow and the strange darkness to shadow bands, Baily's beads and the corona, and then surveys famous eclipses recorded in history, from ancient times to his own century. Clear and well illustrated, it remains a pleasant introduction to one of the most dramatic sights in nature. The full text is available to read online in your browser on Vinteuil, and the first chapter is free.
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Frequently asked questions about The Story of Eclipses
The Story of Eclipses by George F. Chambers can be read online on Vinteuil, directly in your browser. The first chapter is free for everyone; the complete book is included in Vinteuil Reading ($4.99/month or $39.99/year) or yours forever for $2.99.
Can I read The Story of Eclipses online?
Yes. The Story of Eclipses opens right on this page, in a reader designed for long reading: adjustable text size, light, sepia and dark themes, a clickable table of contents and your place saved when you are signed in. No download or app is needed.
Is The Story of Eclipses free to read on Vinteuil?
The first chapter of The Story of Eclipses is free, without an account. To read the whole book, either buy its online reading for $2.99 (£2.99 in the UK) and keep it forever, or subscribe to Vinteuil Reading for $4.99/month (£4.99/month in the UK) or $39.99/year, with 1 month free for new subscribers. The subscription opens every book in the library and can be cancelled at any time.
Is The Story of Eclipses in the public domain?
Yes. The Story of Eclipses by George F. Chambers is a public-domain work. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
How long does it take to read The Story of Eclipses?
About 4 h 19 min of reading, at an average reading pace. Your place is saved automatically when you are signed in, so you can read in several sittings and on several devices.
What kind of book is The Story of Eclipses?
The Story of Eclipses by George F. Chambers is filed under "Classics" in the Vinteuil library.
