Personal Recollections, From Early Life To Old Age, Of Mary Somerville (1874)

Personal Recollections, From Early Life To Old Age, Of Mary Somerville is a biographical work written by Martha Somerville in 1874. The book chronicles the life of Mary Somerville, a Scottish science writer and polymath who lived from 1780 to 1872. Mary Somerville was a self-taught mathematician and scientist who made significant contributions to the fields of astronomy, physics, and mathematics. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Mary Somerville's life, from her childhood in Scotland to her later years in Italy. The author, Martha Somerville, was Mary's daughter-in-law and provides personal insights into Mary's character, interests, and achievements. The book also includes excerpts from Mary's own writings, providing readers with a glimpse into her intellectual pursuits and scientific discoveries. Overall, Personal Recollections, From Early Life To Old Age, Of Mary Somerville is a fascinating account of the life of a remarkable woman who defied societal norms and made significant contributions to the world of science.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.