Maria Mitchell, Life, Letters, and Journals compiled by Phebe Mitchell Kendall is a great insight into the life of Maria Mitchell, as the first American woman to earn a living as an astronomer. She discovered a comet way back in 1847 which was also named after her. In essence, this book celebrates women's education and women's rights. It also provides an excellent resource into astronomy and science. As her sister, Phebe Mitchell Kendall showcases a side of Maria Mitchell which textbooks and journals could never capture. The introduction itself is gripping enough with a personal biography and trivia relating to the famous astronomer and her upbringing. Maria Mitchell, Life, Letters, and Journals is spread over thirteen chapters and appendix including a highly descriptive and moving narrative as well as journals and letters exchanged between Maria Mitchell and others including colleagues and well-wishers. It is through the letters that the reader can gauge the true intelligence, grit and determination which were the defining characteristics of this versatile personality. The author is able to bring out the many facets of her sister through this work - the most impressive of these being the section describing her stint at Vassar College where she went beyond the mandate of astronomy and science to stand up and further women's rights as the chairman of a standing committee on American Association for the Advancement of Women among her various other achievements and accolades bestowed upon her. In parts inspiring and in others leaving the reader awestruck, this book meanders through the trials and tribulations of a woman way ahead of her times, contributing selflessly to the advancement of science and making an indelible mark in the field of astronomy. Maria Mitchell, Life, Letters, and Journals is a book for all seasons and palates because at its core it is a story of inspiration and success. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Maria Mitchell, Life, Letters, and Journals, 1896 (Classic Reprint)

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Animal lovers can enter the reality of fantasy and go with Bizco, the most intelligent cat that ever lived, as he narrates his life in a collection of cat world tales. In Cats of Velvet, Tales of Silk, interpreted from cat speak, this amazing feline invites readers to enjoy the rich texture of Bizco's Kingdom. Bizco, being a rather precocious fellow, is poetic, humorous, philosophical, and unparalleled in the cat world. He knows without a doubt that his Bizco brain is superior to anyone on the planet, and he perfects his fear and intimidation tactics to work to his full advantage. He meets his new friend, Twinkletoes, and they ascend to the Rainbow Animal Kingdom, where they encounter The Mouse House and a rainbow of adventures. Join Bizco on his adventures in the world of cats in Cats of Velvet, Tales of Silk.

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Animals

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The Fractal Cosmos wall calendar features the organic computer-generated designs of Alice Kelley, who says, Fractals are an intuitive glimpse into the infinite order that composes the natural world, as well as being proof that math is beautiful. 12" x 12" wall calendar (12" x 24" open). A year of awe-inspiring fractal artwork on your wall. The perfect gift for math and computer science enthusiasts. 12 psychedelic computer-generated abstract designs by Alice Kelley. Features quotes from scientific luminaries such as Maria Mitchell, Adam Smith, and Robert Boyle. Be organized and inspired throughout the year. Includes US and Canadian legal holidays, phases of the moon, and important observances of the world's major religions. High-quality printing on premium paper stock. Printed on paper sourced from a combination of recycled materials and wood harvested from socially and environmentally sustainable forests. WE PLANT TREES — Amber Lotus Publishing, an independent carbon-negative US company, has planted MORE THAN ONE MILLION trees since 2008 to offset our carbon footprint and resource usage. 
Fractals are the visual depictions of mathematical equations — the same equations, in fact, that describe natural phenomena such as crystal growth, galaxy formation, plant shapes, and weather patterns. A computer program assigns a color to each point in the image based on the answers to a chosen equation, which then results in cosmic or abstract fractal shapes. Dozens of variables are manipulated in order to create these fascinating images.

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Alice Kelley

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