An original theory or new hypothesis of the universe, founded upon the laws of nature : and solving by mathematical principles the general phænomena of the visible creation, and particularly the via lactea / Thomas Wright.

Although his yeoman father is said to have burnt his books to discourage excessive studiousness, Thomas Wright (1711-86) nevertheless acquired considerable knowledge in the fields of mathematics, navigation and astronomy. Later benefitting from the patronage of wealthy families, he also surveyed est...

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Online Access:	Full Text (via Cambridge)
Main Author:	Wright, Thomas, 1711-1786 (Author)
Format:	Electronic eBook
Language:	English
Published:	Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2014.
Series:	Cambridge library collection. Astronomy.
Subjects:	Cosmology > Early works to 1800. Milky Way > Early works to 1800. Cosmology. Deep space > Milky Way. Early works.