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The stars in their courses

by Isaac Asimov

This collection of seventeen essays covers a range of scientific subjects, including astronomy, physics, and the history of chemistry. The text examines planetary motion, elemental properties, and the ethical implications of scientific discovery.

Accession 14631 ISBN 0586041222 Publisher Panther
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