Sir William Herschel: His Life and Works by Edward S. Holden

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Author Holden, Edward S. (Edward Singleton), 1846-1914
Title Sir William Herschel: His Life and Works
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Summary "Sir William Herschel: His Life and Works" by Edward S. Holden is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This biography chronicles the life, achievements, and contributions of Sir William Herschel, renowned as one of the greatest practical astronomers. It covers his journey from humble beginnings to his discovery of Uranus and includes insights into his scientific methods and personal life, as well as his relationship with his sister, Caroline Herschel. The opening of the work establishes Herschel as a largely unknown figure among modern philosophers, despite his great contributions to astronomy. It references a previously unpublished biographical memorandum prepared by Herschel himself and the memoirs of his sister, Caroline, as primary sources for the account. Holden emphasizes the struggle to construct a comprehensive biography due to the scarcity of detailed material about Herschel's personal life and offers a glimpse into his formative years, shedding light on his early education, musical career, and eventual transition into astronomy. The text sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Herschel’s innovative spirit and tireless dedication to understanding the cosmos. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QB: Science: Astronomy
Subject Herschel, William, 1738-1822
Subject Astronomers -- Great Britain -- Biography
Subject Astronomy -- Great Britain -- History -- 18th century
Subject Astronomy -- Great Britain -- History -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 29031
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Most Recently Updated Jan 5, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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