Maskelyne: Astronomer Royal

Nevil Maskelyne 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.

Summary

Nevil Maskelyne 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.

Product details

• Authors: Rebekah Higgett, Rebekah Higgitt
• Assisted by: Rebekah Higgett (Editor)
• Publisher: HALE
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 30.11.2014
• EAN: 9780719809125
• ISBN: 978-0-7198-0912-5
• No. of pages: 208
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > Modern era up to 1918; Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Natural sciences (general); Non-fiction book > Nature, technology > Biographies, autobiographies