David Gill, Man And Astronomer

""David Gill, Man and Astronomer: Memoirs of Sir David Gill, 1879-1907, at the Cape of Good Hope"" is a biographical account of the life and work of Sir David Gill, a prominent astronomer and surveyor in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Written by George Forbes, the book chronicles Gill's time as the director of the Royal Observatory at the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa, where he made significant contributions to the field of astronomy and helped to establish the modern system of celestial coordinates. The book also delves into Gill's personal life, including his upbringing, education, and family relationships. With detailed insights into both his personal and professional life, ""David Gill, Man and Astronomer"" provides a comprehensive portrait of one of the most important figures in the history of astronomy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.