Papers, 1853-1908.

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Papers, 1853-1908.

Diaries, notebooks, correspondence, and photographs related to Young's career as an astronomer. Particular emphasis on solar eclipses and comets. Includes the ms. of his book, Manual of astronomy (published as: Manual of astronomy : a text book. -- Boston and London : Ginn, c1902).

10 boxes (15 ft.)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7119480

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