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Focusing on the Herschel family's remarkable contributions to astronomy, this biography chronicles their journey from Germany to England. William Herschel is celebrated for discovering Uranus, while his sister Caroline broke barriers as a pioneering female astronomer. The legacy continues with their son, John Herschel, who emerged as a significant figure in 19th-century science. The narrative highlights their groundbreaking achievements and enduring impact on the field of astronomy.
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The Herschels - A Family of Astronomers - Including Portraits and Poetry by Alfred Noyes, Various
- Language
- Released
- 2014
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- Title
- The Herschels - A Family of Astronomers - Including Portraits and Poetry by Alfred Noyes
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Various
- Publisher
- Vintage Astronomy Classics
- Released
- 2014
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 116
- ISBN13
- 9781473320369
- Category
- Astronomy / Space / Cosmonautics
- Description
- Focusing on the Herschel family's remarkable contributions to astronomy, this biography chronicles their journey from Germany to England. William Herschel is celebrated for discovering Uranus, while his sister Caroline broke barriers as a pioneering female astronomer. The legacy continues with their son, John Herschel, who emerged as a significant figure in 19th-century science. The narrative highlights their groundbreaking achievements and enduring impact on the field of astronomy.