Translation From the German of the Memoirs of Ferdinand Rudolph Hassler (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781019907573)

Ferdinand Rudolph Hassler was a Swiss-born scientist who played a pivotal role in the establishment of the United States' Coast and Geodetic Survey. In this memoir, Hassler reflects on his life's work and the challenges he faced along the way. This book offers a unique window into the life of a brilliant, yet humble man.

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