02523cam a22003373u 4500 10202 UtSlPG 20260610133240.0 m cr n 260607r2003||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 QB Mitchell, Maria, 1818-1889 Maria Mitchell: Life, Letters, and Journals Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2003 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2003-11-01 Produced by Suzanne Shell, Sandra Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team "Maria Mitchell: Life, Letters, and Journals" by Maria Mitchell is a historical account compiled in the late 19th century that chronicles the extraordinary life of the prominent astronomer Maria Mitchell. This work provides a detailed examination of her family background, education, early experiences in astronomy, and insights into her contributions to science, reflecting the values and challenges faced by women of her era. The text captures not only her scientific achievements but also her personal life and relationships, presenting a multifaceted portrait of a pioneering figure in a male-dominated field. The opening of the book introduces Maria Mitchell's upbringing on Nantucket Island, emphasizing her Quaker heritage and the strong influence of her parents on her education and character development. It details her early interests, particularly in astronomy, nurtured by her father through practical experiences with telescopes and celestial observations. This rich familial environment fostered her intellect and creativity, setting the foundation for her later renowned discoveries, including a telescopic comet. The narrative paints a picture of a young Maria who found delight in both academic pursuits and domestic life, highlighting her zeal for learning and communal engagement even as she navigated societal expectations placed on women of her time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Astronomers -- United States -- Biography Mitchell, Maria, 1818-1889 Women astronomers -- United States -- Biography Kendall, Phebe Mitchell https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10202 51781 51781