George Ellery Hale

""George Ellery Hale"" by Walter S. Adams is a biography of the renowned American astronomer and astrophysicist, George Ellery Hale. The book delves into Hale's life and career, from his early days as a child prodigy to his groundbreaking work in the field of astronomy. Hale was responsible for the creation of several major observatories, including the Yerkes Observatory and the Mount Wilson Observatory, and his contributions to the study of the sun and other celestial bodies were instrumental in shaping our understanding of the universe. The book also explores Hale's personal life, including his struggles with mental illness and his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. Adams draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Hale's own writings and correspondence, to provide a detailed and engaging portrait of this important figure in the history of science. Overall, ""George Ellery Hale"" is a comprehensive and insightful biography that will appeal to anyone interested in the history of astronomy and the lives of great scientists.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.