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Yerkes Observatory, 1892-1950 : The Birth, Near Death, and Resurrection of a Scientific Research Institution

Yerkes Observatory, 1892-1950 : The Birth, Near Death, and Resurrection of a Scientific Research Institution

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Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Well written account
Review: Yerkes observatory, of the University of Chicago, played a major role in the development of astrophysics in the early 20th century. Though quickly overshadowed by the larger telescopes of Mt. Wilson and Mt. Palomar in California, Yerkes in Wisconsin managed to stay near the forefront of scientific research throughout the 1930's through the 1950's, largely through the efforts of director Otto Struve. Osterbrock's excellent book is largely the story of Struve's success as a director and research leader. Well written and thoroughly documented, this book is an important addition to the history of astronomy in the US.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Well written account
Review: Yerkes observatory, of the University of Chicago, played a major role in the development of astrophysics in the early 20th century. Though quickly overshadowed by the larger telescopes of Mt. Wilson and Mt. Palomar in California, Yerkes in Wisconsin managed to stay near the forefront of scientific research throughout the 1930's through the 1950's, largely through the efforts of director Otto Struve. Osterbrock's excellent book is largely the story of Struve's success as a director and research leader. Well written and thoroughly documented, this book is an important addition to the history of astronomy in the US.


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