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“Earlier maps had underestimated the distances to other continents and exaggerated the outlines of individual nations. Now global dimensions could be set, with authority, by the celestial spheres. Indeed, King Louis XIV of France, confronted with a revised map of his domain based on accurate longitude measurements, reportedly complained that he was losing more territory to his astronomers than to his enemies.”

Quote by Dava Sobel

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Dava Sobel is a renowned science writer known for her engaging and accessible科普 works. Born on June 15, 1947, Sobel graduated from Harvard University with degrees in astronomy and physics. Her books, which span a variety of scientific fields from astronomy to medicine, have gained widespread popularity. more

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