Charts illustrating a geocentric universe
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Title
Charts illustrating a geocentric universe
Description
This chart from William Derham's Astro-theology displays a model of the geocentric universe, including the orbit of the planets, the stars, and the "coclum empyreum," which was essentially heaven. In this model, as in all geocentric models, Earth is the fixed center of the universe.
Creator
Derham, William
Source
Astro-theology: or, A demonstration of the being and attributes of God : from a survey of the heavens
Publisher
London : Printed for W. Innys, at the Prince's Arms in St. Paul's Church-Yard
Date
1715
Rights
Public domain
Format
jpeg
Language
English
Type
map
Identifier
bl253d47_1715_endpiece
Collection
Citation
Derham, William, “Charts illustrating a geocentric universe,” Digital Exhibits, accessed October 31, 2025, http://digitalexhibits.libraries.wsu.edu/items/show/4637.