Description
Lewis Swift, 1st ed. 2017
Celebrated Comet Hunter and the People's Astronomer
Historical & Cultural Astronomy Series
Author: Kronk Gary W.
Language: EnglishSubjects for Lewis Swift:
Keywords
Astronomer Lewis Swift; Lewis Swift Biography; Comets and Galaxies Lewis Swift studied; Lewis Swift at Warner Observatory; Lewis Swift at Lowe Observatory; Comets Discovered by Lewis Swift; Swift's Uncatalogued Nebulae; Hulbert Harrington Warner; Thaddeus Sobieski Constantin Lowe; Swift-Tuttle comet
Approximative price 105.49 €
In Print (Delivery period: 15 days).
Add to cart the print on demand of Kronk Gary W.Publication date: 08-2018
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Approximative price 105.49 €
In Print (Delivery period: 15 days).
Add to cart the print on demand of Kronk Gary W.Publication date: 09-2017
Support: Print on demand
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This book highlights Swift's valuable contributions to astronomy before failing eyesight forced him to give up this profession. In addition to detailing Swift's life, biographical material is also provided for a number of individuals who were influenced by Swift. This includes his son, Edward, who was discovering deep sky objects as a teenager.
Provides a look at Lewis Swift's life, career, and scientific accomplishments as an astronomer, including his discovery of the Swift-Tuttle comet named after him
Discusses Swift's influence on the lives of others, including amateur astronomer Edward Emerson Barnard, who turned professional during the late 19th century
Equips readers with a complete list of Swift's deep sky objects
Includes extensive quotes from Swift that provide details about his life, astronomy, and other topics
Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras