Samuel Ward Flinders: The Other Flinders, Competent Astronomer by Necessity

By Richard de Grijs

This book is the first modern biography of the astronomer Samuel Ward Flinders, the youngest brother of Matthew Flinders. Samuel contributions to the scientific achievements of the H.M.S. Investigator were remarkable, yet his reputation is marred. This book explores these topics, appealing to academics and general audiences.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1032841508
• ISBN13: 9781032841502
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 1.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.0" x 10.0"