Life And Writings Of George W. Abell

By Peter Ainslie

Book Overview

The book ""Life and Writings of George W. Abell"" was written by Peter Ainslie and was published in 1875. The book is a biography of George W. Abell, who was a prominent figure in the field of astronomy during the 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Abell's life, including his early years, education, and career as an astronomer.The book also includes a comprehensive overview of Abell's contributions to the field of astronomy, including his discovery of several new comets and his work on the measurement of star positions. In addition, the book provides insight into Abell's personal life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues.Overall, ""Life and Writings of George W. Abell"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of astronomy and the life of one of its most significant figures.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166304396
• ISBN13: 9781166304393
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"