Investigating the Origin of the Asteroids and Early Findings on Vesta

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This book explores the origins of asteroids, focusing on the discovery of Vesta in 1807 by Wilhelm Olbers, who theorized they resulted from a primordial planet's explosion. Cunningham examines historical writings, the connection between meteorites and asteroids, and the controversies surrounding Vesta, offering a comprehensive study of asteroid origins.