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James Ferguson (1710-1776) was a Scottish self-taught astronomer, instrument maker and artist. Of humble background, he became a highly successful lecturer on experimental philosophy and science. He became a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1763, received a royal pension, and is... Read Full Overview

The book ""Life of James Ferguson: In a Brief Autobiographical Account, and Further Extended Memoir (1867)"" is a biographical work about the life of James Ferguson. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part being a brief autobiographical account written by Ferguson... Read Full Overview

The book ""Life of James Ferguson: In a Brief Autobiographical Account, and Further Extended Memoir (1867)"" is a biographical work that chronicles the life and achievements of James Ferguson, a notable Scottish astronomer, mathematician, and instrument maker of the 18th century... Read Full Overview