Maskelyne: Astronomer Royal
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Nevil Maskelyne (1732-1811) was a hugely significant figure in the worlds of British science and maritime exploration. His high international standing and wide influence have in many ways been unfairly overlooked, as his story has come to be dominated by his role in the campaign waged by John Harrison, the clockmaker, for a larger reward for his pioneering marine timekeepers. Maskelyne was, however, involved in all the key projects of 18th-century...
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0719809126
ISBN13:9780719809125
Release Date:February 2015
Publisher:Robert Hale & Company
Length:208 Pages
Weight:1.90 lbs.
Dimensions:1.2" x 6.4" x 9.3"
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