The Story of the Herschels, a Family of Astronomers
Unveiling the Celestial Legacy: A Family of AstronomersBy Anonymous
Length1h 5m
About this audiobook
In "The Story of the Herschels, a Family of Astronomers," the anonymous author presents an insightful exploration of the life and works of the pioneering Herschel family, predominantly focused on the groundbreaking contributions of William and Caroline Herschel to the field of astronomy. Set against the backdrop of the 18th and 19th centuries, the narrative combines biographical storytelling with scientific discovery, deftly weaving personal anecdotes and historical context to illustrate the transformative impact of their discoveries, including the initial observation of Uranus. Through a blend of lyrical prose and meticulous research, the author captures the passion and perseverance that characterized the Herschels'Äô complex relationship with both science and society. The anonymity of the author adds an intriguing layer to the narrative, inviting readers to contemplate the motivations behind the telling of this family's story. While the historical figures are widely recognized in the astronomical community, the choice of anonymity implies a desire to prioritize the Herschels' legacy over individual recognition. This perspective reflects a broader movement in literature where the contributions of scientists, particularly women like Caroline, remain crucial yet often overlooked. This book is a compelling read for both amateur stargazers and seasoned historians. It not only illuminates the scientific achievements of the Herschel family but also emphasizes their human experiences, making it a rich tapestry of history and inspiration. Those interested in the convergence of science, art, and history will find "The Story of the Herschels" to be an invaluable addition to their literary landscape.
Audiobook details
GenreBiography and Memoir
Length1 hr 5 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 9, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER IV.
2CHAPTER V.
The World English Bible (WEB): GalatiansAnonymous20m$2 · $0.00
Projet pour la compagnie des transports, postes et messageriesAnonymous36m$2 · $0.00
The World English Bible (WEB): JoelAnonymous12m$2 · $0.00
Golden DeedsAnonymous25m$2 · $0.00
The Only True Mother Goose MelodiesAnonymous54m$2 · $0.00
The Pearl Box - One Hundred Beautiful Stories for Young People, by a PastorAnonymous2h 18m$2 · $0.00
The World English Bible (WEB): NehemiahAnonymous1h 6m$2 · $0.00
The World English Bible (WEB): 2 TimothyAnonymous11m$2 · $0.00
The Gathering of the NationsAnonymous22m$2 · $0.00
Punky Dunk and the Spotted PupAnonymous2m$2 · $0.00
The Romance of AntarAnonymous1h 49m$1 · $0.00
Required Poems for Reading and MemorizingAnonymous3h 22m$2 · $0.00
Sindbad the Sailor, & Other Stories from the Arabian NightsAnonymous7h 36m$2 · $0.00
The life, trial and conversations of Robert Emmet, Esq., leader of the Irish insurrection of 1803Anonymous2h 40m$2 · $0.00
Remarks on the Proposed Railway Between Birmingham and LondonAnonymous57m$2 · $0.00
Scenes in the West; or, The Sunday-School and TemperanceAnonymous2h 21m$2 · $0.00
1 ClementAnonymous1h 36m$1 · $0.00
A Journal of the Expedition to CarthagenaAnonymous, Tobias Smollett, Thomas Wentworth2h 5m$1 · $0.00
The Story of Grettir the StrongAnonymous9h 14m$1 · $0.00
The National Nursery BookAnonymous1h 20m$2 · $0.00
Defying JihadEsther Ahmad8h 50m$20
Bad Fat Black GirlSesali Bowen6h 32m$24 · $0.00
Frederick Douglass: All 3 Memoirs in One VolumeFrederick Douglass42h 36m$1 · $0.00
Send MeMarty Skovlund, Joe Kent8h 10m$26 · $0.00
Ulysses S. Grant: Life of the Fearless General & Commander-in-Chief (Complete Edition - Volumes 1&2)Ulysses S. Grant30h 34m$2 · $0.00
Left for DeadEbony Canion5h 34m$17
Invisible StormJason Kander6h 48m$24 · $0.00
Forever BoyKate Swenson9h 27m$29 · $0.00
You Are Worth ItKyle Carpenter, Don Yaeger8h 53m$29 · $0.00
The Happiest Man on EarthEddie Jaku3h 48m$7 · $0.00
MotherlandJulia Ioffe17h 52m$40 · $0.00
Evidence Not SeenDarlene Deibler Rose11h 11m$29 · $0.00
A Bridge Not Too FarDeepak Ohri4h 55m$15
Where Cowards Go to DieBenjamin Sledge8h 42m$20 · $0.00
Will You Love Me?Cathy Glass9h 5m$29 · $0.00
Designing Terry Pratchett’s DiscworldPaul Kidby3h 52m$20 · $0.00
HostageEli Sharabi5h 25m$24 · $0.00
A Narrative of Some of the Lord's Dealings With George Müller (The Complete Four-Volume Edition)George Müller43h 37m$2 · $0.00
Finding MeViola Davis9h 15m5 (2)$29 · $0.00
Scandal Between the Sheets & Stranded with the Tempting StrangerBrenda Jackson9h 22m$24 · $0.00
You may also like
Modern EssaysHarry Morgan Ayres9h 12m$2.30
The long and winding lawsuitRodrigo Meira8h 29m$14 · $0.00
THE LETTERS OF F. SCOTT FITZGERALDF. Scott Fitzgerald22h 47m$2 · $0.00
Dispatches from the Gilded AgeJulia Reed11h 42m$20 · $0.00
Parenthood by ProxyDr. Laura Schlessinger9h 48m$29 · $0.00
The Leonard GirlsDeborah Challinor14h 41m$33 · $0.00
Sister WomenMark Dunn6h 15m$17
PoemsCrocket McElroy2h 45m$1 · $0.00
The Latest from the Greatest, Vol. 1Darrell Wayne7h 4m$20
Learn German for Beginners - Lesson 3Jasmin Voges37m$12 · $0.00
Culture & EthnologyRobert Harry Lowie2h 43m$2 · $0.00
Collected Memoirs, Letters and Literary Writings of Wilkie CollinsWilkie Collins38h 24m$2 · $0.00
My Dog TulipJ. R. Ackerley4h 37m$12
UNCHAINED - Powerful & Unflinching Narratives Of Former Slaves: 28 True Life Stories in One VolumeFrederick Douglass, Solomon Northup, Willie Lynch, Nat Turner, Sojourner Truth, Harriet Jacobs, Mary Prince, William Craft, Ellen Craft, Louis Hughes, Jacob D. Green, Booker T. Washington, Olaudah Equiano, Elizabeth Keckley, William Still, Sarah H. Bradford, Josiah Henson, Charles Ball, Austin Steward, Henry Bibb, L. S. Thompson, Kate Drumgoold, Lucy A. Delaney, Moses Grandy, John Gabriel Stedman, Henry Box Brown, Margaretta Matilda Odell, Thomas S. Gaines, Brantz Mayer, Theodore Canot, Daniel Drayton, Thomas Clarkson, F. G. De Fontaine, John Dixon Long, Stephen Smith, Joseph Mountain, Ida B. Wells-Barnett, Lydia Maria Child, William Wells Brown225h 31m$4 · $0.00
A Life in ChainsFrederick Douglass, Harriet E. Wilson, Harriet Jacobs, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Mark Twain, Lydia Maria Child, William Wells Brown, Charles W. Chesnutt, James Weldon Johnson, Booker T. Washington335h 15m$2 · $0.00
My First Beethoven AlbumNaxos1h 23m$6 · $0.00
Modern Prose And Poetry; For Secondary SchoolsVarious42m$2 · $0.00
The Development of Embroidery in AmericaCandace Wheeler2h 6m$2 · $0.00
The Ogallala RoadJulene Bair10h 21m$20 · $0.00
The Autobiographies & Biographies of the Most Influential Native AmericansGeronimo, John Stevens Cabot Abbott, Black Hawk, Charles M. Scanlan, Charles A. Eastman35h 48m$1.50 · $0.00