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100 1 _aAiry, George Biddell,
_d1801-1892
245 1 0 _aAutobiography of Sir George Biddell Airy
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-01-01
508 _aProduced by Joseph Myers and PG Distributed Proofreaders
520 _a"Autobiography of Sir George Biddell Airy" by George Biddell Airy is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The book recounts the life and accomplishments of Sir George Biddell Airy, who served as the Astronomer Royal for 46 years, detailing his scientific work at the Greenwich Observatory along with his interactions with notable figures in both science and government. The opening of the autobiography provides a context for understanding Airy’s character and work ethic. It describes Airy as a dedicated and methodical individual, emphasizing his strict adherence to order and detail in both his personal life and professional duties. The introduction highlights how Airy’s autobiography blends personal anecdotes with his scientific endeavors, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of his contributions to astronomy, mathematics, and various scientific issues during his lifetime. The text suggests that readers will glean insights not only into Airy’s scientific achievements but also into the broader scientific landscape of his era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAutobiographies
653 _aAstronomers -- Great Britain -- Biography
653 _aAiry, George Biddell, 1801-1892
653 _aRoyal Greenwich Observatory
700 1 _aAiry, Wilfrid,
_d1836-1925
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10655
999 _c52108
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