{"product_id":"history-of-the-harvard-college-daniel-w-baker-9781023431958","title":"History of the Harvard College Observatory During the Period 1840-1890","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelve into the fascinating early history of American astronomy with \"History of the Harvard College Observatory During the Period 1840-1890\" by Daniel W. Baker. This meticulously researched chronicle explores the formative years of one of the world's most important astronomical institutions. Discover the challenges and triumphs faced by the Harvard College Observatory as it established itself as a center for groundbreaking astronomical research. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom the construction and utilization of early telescopes to the dedicated individuals who pushed the boundaries of scientific knowledge, this book provides invaluable insights into the development of astronomical observatories. A valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science, particularly astronomy, and the evolution of higher education. This historical account captures the spirit of scientific inquiry and the pursuit of knowledge that defined the era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Daniel W. Baker,Edward C. (Edward Charles) Pickering\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1023431955\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781023431958\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Anson Street Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/29\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 52\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.19lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.11d","brand":"Daniel W. Baker","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47637188051199,"sku":"9781023431958","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/history-of-the-harvard-college-daniel-w-baker-9781023431958","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}