Gale E. Christianson is a retired history professor dedicated to research and writing. His work is characterized by deep dives into historical subjects, offering readers engaging and insightful narratives. His expertise and commitment to his craft make him a respected author.
This book, part of the "Oxford's Lives and Legacies" series, offers a portrait of Isaac Newton and his era, highlighting his later role as master of the mint in London, where he successfully convicted William Chaloner, and his presidency of the Royal Society.
Mariner of the Nebulae
Born in 1889 and reared in the village of Marshfield, Missouri, Edwin Powell Hubble - star athlete, Rhodes Scholar, military officer, and astronomer - became one of the towering figures in twentieth-century science. This book presents a biography of this extraordinary human being.