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> I am looking for a book or references on the mathematics and design
> of astrolabes.
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you will want to know about the astrolabes sold by Janus. the fellow
who owns the company also sells a nice computer astrolabe program.
the manuals that accompany the astrolabes and software are nice
introductions to astrolabes and their principles. in addition, he
has translated Michel's astrolabe book into English (though it
remains unpublished) and will sell you a copy if he has any left.
(this may be useful even if you read French as i think Michel's
book is no longer in print.)
you can send email to Janus at [EMAIL PROTECTED]
or telephone to 203-746-0815. the postal address is
Janus/9 Bigelow Rd./New Fairfield CT/USA
-jim lattis
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