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Corona and Coronet
Being a narrative of the Amherst eclipse expedition to Japan, in Mr. James's schooner-yacht Coronet, to observe the sun's total obscuration, 9th August, 1896
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496 pages
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Set against the backdrop of the 1896 solar eclipse, this narrative recounts the Amherst expedition to Japan aboard the schooner-yacht Coronet. It details the scientific observations and adventures of the crew as they journey to witness the rare celestial event. The book offers a vivid portrayal of the expedition's challenges and the cultural encounters experienced during their travels, all while emphasizing the significance of the eclipse in the realm of astronomy. This reprint preserves the historical essence of the original 1898 edition.
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