| Reference number | CLP/24/88 |
| Level | File |
| Title | Papers, Several papers relating to comets by Robert Hooke |
| Date | 1680-1681 |
| Description | Observations of comets by Robert Hooke between 1680 and 1683. He describes the movements of several comets. Includes details of their position in relation to surrounding stars and in relation to several constellations, including, Dolphin, Cassiopeia, Perseus and Corona Borealis [all from the northern hemisphere]. Observations made both using the naked eye and a telescope. Figures included. Also includes observations of a comet by John Flamsteed.
Hooke read a paper about the nature of comets based on some of these observations at the meeting of the Royal Society on 25 October 1682.
Subject: Astronomy |
| Extent | 37p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| Physical description | Ink on paper |
| Access status | Open |
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Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | Name | Dates |
| NA8242 | Hooke; Robert (1635 - 1703); natural philosopher | 1635 - 1703 |