American eclipse : a nation's epic race to catch the shadow of the moon and win the glory of the world
by Baron, David, 1964- (Author)
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In vibrant historical detail, American Eclipse animates the fierce jockeying that came to dominate late nineteenth-century American astronomy, revealing the challenges faced by three of the most determined eclipse chasers who participated in this adventure. James Craig Watson, in his day a renowned... Full description
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Edition
First edition.
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Science > United States > History > 19th century.
Science > United States > History > 20th century.
Astronomy > United States > History > 19th century.