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In a geocentric model, the size of the universe is limited so that it can revolve once every 24 hours, or else the stars would get slung off due to centrifugal force. Stukeley saw that each of the stars affects the rest of the universe, not only by its gravitational pull, but by the light it emits. It combines a history of astronomy with brief synopses of current astronomical theories. It is written and illustrated by american cartoonist, professor, and mathematician larry gonick, who started the project in 1978.
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