Ball, Robert S. (Robert Stawell) 1840-1913 creator text utu 2000 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Great Astronomers" by Sir Robert S. Ball is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the lives and contributions of notable astronomers, from ancient figures like Ptolemy to later revolutionaries such as Copernicus and Galileo. The book aims to provide insights into the characters and circumstances of these scientists, as well as the discoveries that made them significant in the field of astronomy. At the start of "Great Astronomers," the author sets the stage for an exploration of the fascinating world of astronomy, detailing its impact on human civilization from ancient times. The introduction discusses how early astronomers were captivated by the movements of celestial bodies and how their observations evolved into the structured science we know today. Ball highlights influential figures such as Hipparchus, who set the foundation for astronomical knowledge, and outlines the trajectory of astronomical understanding, mentioning key developments and the intellectual challenges faced by these early scientists. The text focuses on the significance of various breakthroughs while emphasizing the connection between the advancement of astronomy and the remarkable individuals who drove its progress. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Ptolemy -- Copernicus -- Tycho Brahe -- Galileo -- Kepler -- Isaac Newton -- Flamsteed -- Halley -- Bradley -- William Herschel -- Laplace -- Brinkley -- John Herschel -- The Earl of Rosse -- Airy -- Hamilton -- Le Verrier -- Adams. Release date is 2000-08-01 Produced by Chris Brennen cbrennen@freenet.co.uk Jill R. Diffendal, Barb Grow pebareka@iexpress.net.au Christine L. Hall Goleta, CA. USA Pamela L. Hall pamhall@www.edu HTML version produced by Chuck Greif Original publication data not identified Astronomers Astronomy -- History QB Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2298 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2298 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133056.0 2298