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Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin : An Autobiography and Other Recollections by Katherine Haramundanis (1996, Trade Paperback)

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Other highlights include a scientific appreciation by Jesse Greenstein, a historical essay by Peggy Kidwell and, new to this edition, an introduction by Virginia Trimble. She received many prestigious awards for her outstanding contributions to science.

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PublisherCambridge University Press

ISBN-100521483905

ISBN-139780521483902

eBay Product ID (ePID)581992

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Edition2

Book TitleCecilia Payne-Gaposchkin : an Autobiography and Other Recollections

Number of Pages300 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicWomen, Physics / General

Publication Year1996

FeaturesRevised

IllustratorYes

GenreScience, Biography & Autobiography

AuthorKatherine Haramundanis

FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.9 in

Item Weight17 Oz

Item Length8.6 in

Item Width5.7 in

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LCCN95-044001

Dewey Edition20

Reviews‘[Payne-Gaposchkin] did not receive fair treatment in her career, but this book is testement to her dogged persistence.’Journal of the British Astronomical Association, 'The stunningly moving memoir of this remarkable figure ... brings home to me directly and personally the tragedy of the invisibility of women's lives.' Evelyn Fox Weller, The Woman's Review of Books, '[Payne-Gaposchkin] did not receive fair treatment in her career, but this book is testement to her dogged persistence.' Journal of the British Astronomical Association, '[Payne-Gaposchkin] did not receive fair treatment in her career, but this book is testement to her dogged persistence.'Journal of the British Astronomical Association, 'The book artfully records a life of warmths and delight won against obsessive, powerful but pervasive forces. The record has a value beyond its period and circle. This is a chronicle of affirmation and hope, a near-poetic witness to a burst of profound discovery insufficiently recognised.'Philip Morrison, Scientific American, 'The stunningly moving memoir of this remarkable figure ... brings home to me directly and personally the tragedy of the invisibility of women's lives.'Evelyn Fox Weller, The Woman's Review of Books, 'The book is an unalloyed joy, full of wisdom and delight. The fun, rewards and challenge of astronomy spark from every page. So does the humanity of Payne-Gaposchkin. My advice is simple - read this book, by the end you will feel as though you have been in the company of the great.' David Hughes, New Scientist, 'The book artfully records a life of warmths and delight won against obsessive, powerful but pervasive forces. The record has a value beyond its period and circle. This is a chronicle of affirmation and hope, a near-poetic witness to a burst of profound discovery insufficiently recognised.' Philip Morrison, Scientific American, 'The stunningly moving memoir of this remarkable figure â€¦ brings home to me directly and personally the tragedy of the invisibility of women's lives.' Evelyn Fox Weller, The Woman's Review of Books, ‘The book is an unalloyed joy, full of wisdom and delight. The fun, rewards and challenge of astronomy spark from every page. So does the humanity of Payne-Gaposchkin. My advice is simple - read this book, by the end you will feel as though you have been in the company of the great.’David Hughes, New Scientist, ‘I encourage you to read the book, as it is a source of inspiration for any weary astronomer.’The Observatory, 'I encourage you to read the book, as it is a source of inspiration for any weary astronomer.' The Observatory, ‘The stunningly moving memoir of this remarkable figure … brings home to me directly and personally the tragedy of the invisibility of women’s lives.’Evelyn Fox Weller, The Woman’s Review of Books, 'I encourage you to read the book, as it is a source of inspiration for any weary astronomer.'The Observatory, ‘The book artfully records a life of warmths and delight won against obsessive, powerful but pervasive forces. The record has a value beyond its period and circle. This is a chronicle of affirmation and hope, a near-poetic witness to a burst of profound discovery insufficiently recognised.’Philip Morrison, Scientific American, 'The book is an unalloyed joy, full of wisdom and delight. The fun, rewards and challenge of astronomy spark from every page. So does the humanity of Payne-Gaposchkin. My advice is simple - read this book, by the end you will feel as though you have been in the company of the great.'David Hughes, New Scientist, "...a very welcome addition to any library....A must read for all astronomy enthusiasts and students, and highly recommended for all woman interested in science." Choice

Dewey Decimal520/.92 B

Table Of ContentCecilia Payne-Gaposchkin: an Introduction Virginia Trimble; An introduction to The Dyer's Hand Jesse L. Greenstein; A historical introduction to The Dyer's Hand Peggy A. Kidwell; A personal recollection Katherine Haramundanis; The Dyer's Hand: an autobiography Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin; Dedication; Foreword; Part I. The Vision Splendid: 1. Backgrounds; 2. Beginnings; 3. Prelude to education; 4. Birth of a dream; 5. Dramatic interlude; 6. The dream fulfilled; 7. Pathway to the stars; Part II. The Light Of Common Day: 8. England and the United States; 9. Harvard College Observatory; 10. The cradle of astrophysics; 11. Harlow Shapley; 12. Stellar atmospheres; 13. Spectra and luminosities; 14. Editorial experiences; 15. Visiting astronomers; 16. At the cross roads; Part III. The Dyer's Hand Subdued: 17. Turning point; 18. Prolegomena to various stars; 19. International problems; 20. End of an era; 21. Retrospect; Part IV. Reflections: 22. On being a woman; 23. Science and myth; 24. Worlds not realized; Bibliography of works by Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin; Postlude; Index.

Edition DescriptionRevised edition

SynopsisCecilia Payne-Gaposchkin became acclaimed in her lifetime as the greatest woman astronomer of all time. Her own story of her professional life, work and scientific achievements is augmented by the personal recollections of her daughter, Katherine Haramundanis, as well as a scientific appreciation by Jesse Greenstein, a historical essay by Peggy Kidwell and, in this new edition, an introduction by Virginia Trimble. Payne-Gaposchkin's overwhelming love for astronomy was her personal guiding light, and her attitude and approach have lessons for all. She received many prestigious awards for her outstanding contributions to science and in 1956 became the first woman to be advanced to the rank of Professor at Harvard University, as well as being the first woman departmental chair. This book will interest both astronomers and those studying the advancement of the position and status of women in society., Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin is acclaimed as the greatest woman astronomer of all time. In this book, her own story of her professional life, work, and scientific achievements is augmented by the personal recollections of her daughter, Katherine Haramundanis. Other highlights include a scientific appreciation by Jesse Greenstein, a historical essay by Peggy Kidwell and, new to this edition, an introduction by Virginia Trimble. Payne-Gaposchkin's overwhelming love for astronomy was her personal guiding light, and her attitude and approach have lessons for all. She received many prestigious awards for her outstanding contributions to science. In 1956, she became the first woman Professor at Harvard University, as well as being the first woman departmental chair. This book will interest both astronomers and those studying the advancement of the position and status of women in society., Scientific and personal autobiography of the greatest woman astronomer of all time. The most famous graduate from Newnham College., Acclaimed as the greatest woman astronomer of all time, Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin received many awards for her outstanding scientific contributions and was the first women Professor of Harvard University. Her autobiography will fascinate both astronomers and those studying the advancement of the status of women in society.

LC Classification NumberQB36.G37 A33 1996