Williamina Fleming, Astronomer: An Imagined Memoir

"An engaging, thoughtful introduction to an overlooked scientific pioneer." -- Kirkus Reviews Desperate, pregnant, and abandoned by her new husband weeks after immigrating to Boston, 21-year-old “Mina” Fleming works as a housemaid for the Director of the Harvard College Observatory. It’s 1879. Science and industry are about to usher in the Gilded Age. Astronomers who thought they had mapped all the stars in the sky are finding that the universe is more vast than they ever imagined. Mina rises from maid to discoverer of new stars, first woman to hold a title at Harvard, and consultant to scientists all over the world. But they do not call her “Astronomer.” She is one of Harvard’s “Women Computers,” doing the work at a fraction of their pay. This historical fiction novel-in-verse, written as an imagined memoir of Williamina Fleming's life, work, and words, brings to life a forgotten scientist, a woman of strength, intelligence and character who will inspire readers today.
ASIN: 0988393123
VSKU: BVV.0988393123.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Vizurraga, Susan
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.