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Biographical Notice Of James Melville Gilliss (1867)

Biographical Notice Of James Melville Gilliss (1867)

Benjamin Apthorp Gould

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Biografía: general
ISBN:
9781104040635
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Biographical Notice of James Melville Gilliss is a book written by Benjamin Apthorp Gould in 1867. The book is a biographical account of the life of James Melville Gilliss, an American astronomer who played a significant role in the establishment of the United States Naval Observatory. The book details Gilliss’ early life, education, and career, including his work on the Chilean expedition and his contributions to the field of astronomy. It also provides insights into his personal life, including his family background and his marriage. The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the life and work of a prominent figure in the development of American astronomy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science and astronomy, as well as those interested in the life and achievements of James Melville Gilliss.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.

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