Life And Writings Of George W. Abell (1875)

By Peter Ainslie

Book Overview

Life And Writings Of George W. Abell (1875) is a biography written by Peter Ainslie that chronicles the life and work of George W. Abell. Abell was a prominent figure in the 19th century, known for his contributions to astronomy and his work as an educator. The book covers Abell's early life, his education, and his career as a professor at the University of Michigan. It also delves into his work as an astronomer, including his discovery of several comets and his contributions to the study of star clusters. The book includes excerpts from Abell's writings, providing insight into his thoughts on astronomy and education. Overall, Life And Writings Of George W. Abell (1875) offers a comprehensive look at the life and work of an important figure in the history of astronomy and education.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: 1104994739
• ISBN13: 9781104994730
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"