Publisher's Synopsis
Memoir and Correspondence of Caroline Herschel is a book written by Mary Cornwallis Herschel and published in 1879. The book is a biographical account of Caroline Herschel, a pioneering female astronomer who lived during the 18th and 19th centuries. The book includes Herschel's own memoirs, as well as letters and correspondence between Herschel and her family, friends, and colleagues. The book covers Herschel's early life and upbringing in Germany, her move to England to work with her brother William Herschel in his astronomical pursuits, and her subsequent career as an astronomer in her own right. Herschel's accomplishments include the discovery of several comets and the compilation of a catalog of nebulae. The book also provides insight into the personal life of Caroline Herschel, including her struggles with illness and her relationships with her family and friends. The correspondence included in the book sheds light on the scientific and cultural milieu of the time, as well as the challenges faced by women in pursuing scientific careers. Overall, Memoir and Correspondence of Caroline Herschel is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of astronomy, the role of women in science, or the life of one of the most remarkable scientists of the 18th and 19th centuries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
