The Reminiscences of an Astronomer by Simon Newcomb

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Author Newcomb, Simon, 1835-1909
Title The Reminiscences of an Astronomer
Note Reading ease score: 57.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Ferdinand van Aartsen
Summary "The Reminiscences of an Astronomer" by Simon Newcomb is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a reflective autobiography focusing on the author's journey through the realms of mathematics and astronomy, intertwining his personal experiences with significant historical events and figures in science. Newcomb's narrative captures the obstacles and triumphs he faced as he worked towards becoming a prominent astronomer in a rapidly evolving scientific landscape. At the start of the narrative, Newcomb reflects on his early life, detailing his birth in Nova Scotia and eventual move to Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he first encountered the world of astronomy. He recounts initial feelings of inadequacy and awe as he joins the Nautical Almanac office, introducing elements of his ancestry and formative educational experiences. Through vivid anecdotes, he illustrates the contrasts between his rural upbringing and the academic aspirations he nurtured, setting the stage for his development amid intellectual challenges and a quest for knowledge. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QB: Science: Astronomy
Subject Newcomb, Simon, 1835-1909
Subject Astronomers -- United States -- Biography
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EBook-No. 19309
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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