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The Glass Universe: How The Ladies Of The Harvard Observatory Took The Measure Of The Stars
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From #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Dava Sobel, The Inspiring (People), Littleknown True Story Of Women'S Landmark Contributions To Astronomya New York Times Book Review Notable Booknamed One Of The Best Books Of The Year By Npr, The Economist, Smithsonian, Nature, And Npr'S Science Fridaynominated For The Pen/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing AwardA Joy To Read. The Wall Street Journalin The Midnineteenth Century, The Harvard College Observatory Began Employing Women As Calculators, Or Human Computers, To Interpret The Observations Their Male Counterparts Made Via Telescope Each Night. At The Outset This Group Included The Wives, Sisters, And Daughters Of The Resident Astronomers, But Soon The Female Corps Included Graduates Of The New Women'S Collegesvassar, Wellesley, And Smith. As Photography Transformed The Practice Of Astronomy, The Ladies Turned From Computation To Studying The Stars Captured Nightly On Glass Photographic Plates.The Glass Universe Of Half A Million Plates That Harvard Amassed Over The Ensuing Decadesthrough The Generous Support Of Mrs. Anna Palmer Draper, The Widow Of A Pioneer In Stellar Photographyenabled The Women To Make Extraordinary Discoveries That Attracted Worldwide Acclaim. They Helped Discern What Stars Were Made Of, Divided The Stars Into Meaningful Categories For Further Research, And Found A Way To Measure Distances Across Space By Starlight. Their Ranks Included Williamina Fleming, A Scottish Woman Originally Hired As A Maid Who Went On To Identify Ten Novae And More Than Three Hundred Variable Stars; Annie Jump Cannon, Who Designed A Stellar Classification System That Was Adopted By Astronomers The World Over And Is Still In Use; And Dr. Cecilia Helena Payne, Who In 1956 Became The First Ever Woman Professor Of Astronomy At Harvardand Harvards First Female Department Chair.Elegantly Written And Enriched By Excerpts From Letters, Diaries, And Memoirs, The Glass Universe Is The Hidden History Of The Women Whose Contributions To The Burgeoning Field Of Astronomy Forever Changed Our Understanding Of The Stars And Our Place In The Universe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Glass Universe'? A: 'The Glass Universe' explores the significant contributions of women at the Harvard Observatory in the field of astronomy during the mid-nineteenth century, highlighting their groundbreaking work and discoveries.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Glass Universe'? A: The book is authored by Dava Sobel, a bestselling writer known for her engaging narratives on scientific topics.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Glass Universe' have? A: 'The Glass Universe' contains 336 pages, providing an in-depth look at the history of women in astronomy.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Glass Universe' is available in hardcover binding, which is durable and ideal for long-term use.
- Q: When was 'The Glass Universe' published? A: The book was published on December 6, 2016.
- Q: Is 'The Glass Universe' suitable for young readers? A: 'The Glass Universe' is primarily aimed at adults and young adults interested in history, science, and women's contributions to astronomy.
- Q: What makes 'The Glass Universe' a notable book? A: 'The Glass Universe' has been recognized as a New York Times Book Review Notable Book and has received accolades from various prestigious platforms, including NPR and The Economist.
- Q: What award was 'The Glass Universe' nominated for? A: 'The Glass Universe' was nominated for the PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award, highlighting its literary quality and scientific significance.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or photographs in 'The Glass Universe'? A: While the primary focus is the narrative, the book includes excerpts from letters, diaries, and memoirs, which may enrich the reading experience.
- Q: What historical period does 'The Glass Universe' cover? A: 'The Glass Universe' covers the mid-nineteenth century and the subsequent years, detailing the evolution of women's roles in astronomy during that time.