Chinese Historical Eclipse Catalog

Author: Liu Ciyuan
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: Solar eclipses were given special importance in ancient China, resulting in a large number of records of solar eclipses preserved in historical documents. These records are often linked to various historical events, especially major national affairs, forming a distinctive feature of Chinese history. This solar eclipse catalog provides tables and diagrams of solar eclipses visible in China from 2300 BC to 2100 AD, covering 44 centuries. The appendix includes sunrise and sunset time tables, details of important solar eclipses visible in China from 2000 to 2050, as well as a comprehensive table of global solar eclipses for 45 centuries (2300 BC to 2200 AD). The book features rich textual content and offers convenient and innovative usage methods. It serves as a reference tool for the study of Chinese history and the history of science, as well as a valuable resource for astronomers and astronomy enthusiasts.