Variable Stars of Short Period (1881)

""Variable Stars of Short Period"" is a book written by Edward Charles Pickering and published in 1881. The book is a scientific exploration of variable stars that have a short period of variability. Pickering was a renowned astronomer and the director of the Harvard College Observatory, and in this book, he presents his research on the subject of variable stars. The book covers various aspects of these stars, including their classification, properties, and behavior. It also includes detailed observations and measurements of individual stars, as well as charts and diagrams to aid in understanding the data. The book is aimed at professional astronomers, but it is also accessible to amateur astronomers and anyone interested in the study of stars. Overall, ""Variable Stars of Short Period"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the field of astronomy and the study of variable stars.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.