The Ascent of Mary Somerville in 19th Century Society

by Elisabetta Strickland

Book Overview

This biography traces the life and work of Mary Fairfax Somerville, whose extraordinary mathematical talent only came to light through fortuitous circumstances. Barely taught to read and write as a child, all the science she learned and mastered was self taught. In this delightful narrative the author takes up the challenge of discovering how Somerville came to be one of the most outstanding British women scientists and, furthermore, a popular...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3319841009
• ISBN13: 9783319841007
• Release Date: July 2018
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 102 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"