Beskrivning
Beskrivning
Provides a look at Lewis Swift’s life, career, and scientific accomplishments as an astronomer, including his discovery of the Swift-Tuttle comet named after him
Discusses Swift’s influence on the lives of others, including amateur astronomer Edward Emerson Barnard, who turned professional during the late 19th century
Equips readers with a complete list of Swift’s deep sky objects
Includes extensive quotes from Swift that provide details about his life, astronomy, and other topics
