The Ascent of Mary Somerville in 19th Century Society Softcover Repri Edition Contributor(s): Strickland, Elisabetta (Author) |
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ISBN: 3319841009 ISBN-13: 9783319841007 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $85.49 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: July 2018 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Mathematics | History & Philosophy - Social Science | Gender Studies |
Dewey: 305.3 |
Series: Springer Biographies |
Physical Information: 0.26" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (0.40 lbs) 102 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This biography traces the life and work of Mary Fairfax Somerville, whose extraordinary mathematical talent only came to light through fortuitous circumstances. Barely taught to read and write as a child, all the science she learned and mastered was self taught. In this delightful narrative the author takes up the challenge of discovering how Somerville came to be one of the most outstanding British women scientists and, furthermore, a popular writer. Particular attention is paid to the gender aspects of Somerville's success in what was, to put it mildly, a predominantly male domain. |