Agnes Mary Clerke And Ellen Mary Clerke: An Appreciation

By Huggins Huggins and Margaret L. Huggins

A brief, incandescent window into two brilliant minds. Agnes Mary Clerke and Ellen Mary Clerke emerge not only as sisters in intellect but as voices shaping the history of science itself. This biographical essay, presented as a refined literary biography, offers a lucid, lovingly argued portrait of two Victorian-era scholars whose work navigated public and scholarly spheres with grace and rigour. In a public domain edition newly revived by Alpha Editions, the Clerkes' stories unfold as a study of 19th century science, revealing how women in science history contributed to the conversations that defined british scientific circles. It reads as both scholarly reference guide and accessible narrative, guiding readers from intimate family rooms to bustling research libraries. A note on literary and historical significance underscores why their lives matter beyond the pages: their persistent curiosity, method, and eloquence illuminate the era's intellectual culture and its unfinished conversations about gender, expertise, and public knowledge. The book will appeal to casual readers drawn to vivid biographical portraits, and to classic-literature collectors seeking a carefully restored, enduring edition. It is more than a reprint-a collector's item and a cultural treasure, an indispensable reference for scholars and a rewarding read for anyone curious about female scientists history, biographies of women scientists, and the rich tapestry of Victorian Britain and its scholarly networks.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354846327
• ISBN13: 9789354846328
• Release Date: August 2021
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"