A Survey of Islamic Astronomical Tables: Transactions of the American Philosophical Society, New Series, V46, Part 2

""A Survey of Islamic Astronomical Tables"" is a scholarly work published as part of the Transactions of the American Philosophical Society, New Series, Volume 46, Part 2. The book is authored by Edward S. Kennedy, a renowned expert in the field of Islamic astronomy. The book provides a comprehensive survey of Islamic astronomical tables, which were used by Muslim astronomers to make precise calculations related to celestial bodies and events. The author explores the history and development of these tables, tracing their evolution from ancient Greek and Indian sources to the Islamic world. The book also examines the various types of tables that were used in Islamic astronomy, including those related to the movement of the sun, moon, and planets, as well as tables used for determining the times of prayer and the direction of Mecca. The author discusses the mathematical and astronomical principles underlying these tables, providing detailed explanations of their construction and use. Throughout the book, the author draws on a wide range of primary sources, including Arabic manuscripts and historical records, to provide a detailed and authoritative account of Islamic astronomical tables. The book is an essential resource for scholars of Islamic astronomy, as well as anyone interested in the history of science and mathematics in the Islamic world.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.