200 YEARS OF THE ASTRONOMICAL OBSERVATORY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WARSAW - JAROSŁAW WŁODARCZYK (ED.)

Discover the fascinating history of the Astronomical Observatory of the University of Warsaw, which celebrates its 200th anniversary in 2025! This unique publication is the first such extensive study of the history of this distinguished institution, showing both its rich past and the figures of the people who created and developed it. Immerse yourself in a fascinating journey through two centuries of Polish and international science!

• The first such extensive study of the history of the Astronomical Observatory of the University of Warsaw
• A wealth of sources, archival documents and iconographic materials
• Profiles of people who created and developed the Observatory
• Full understanding of the role of the Observatory in Polish and international science
• History inextricably linked with the history of the university, Warsaw and the entire country
• Witness and participant in groundbreaking events in astronomy and Polish history
• Education of subsequent generations of astronomers

For 200 years, the Astronomical Observatory of the University of Warsaw has been an extremely important point on the scientific map of Poland. Its history is inextricably linked with the history of the university, Warsaw and the entire country. For two centuries, the Observatory has witnessed and participated in groundbreaking events both in astronomy and in Polish history - from the times of the Kingdom of Poland, through the partitions, two world wars, to the present day, characterized by the dynamic development of technology and science.

Thanks to the wealth of sources, archival documents, memoirs and iconographic materials, the book allows you to fully understand the role that this institution played in Polish and world science. The publication is divided into two main parts - it shows both the history of the Observatory and the figures of the people who created and developed it. It is a fascinating read for all lovers of astronomy, the history of science and Warsaw.

Throughout this period, this institution not only educated subsequent generations of astronomers, but also actively participated in the development of space research, adapting to the changing political, social and technological realities. It is an extraordinary story of passion, dedication and the constant pursuit of understanding the secrets of the universe. The book has 574 pages, is hardcover and has a format of 246x172 mm.

The University of Warsaw Publishing House proudly presents this unique publication, which is a tribute to the 200-year history of the Astronomical Observatory. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge of Polish science and its contribution to the development of world astronomy. Don't miss the opportunity to become part of this extraordinary story!