Biographical Memoir Of Samuel Pierpont Langley, 1834-1906 (1912) - Charles Doolittle Walcott - Bog

The book ""Biographical Memoir Of Samuel Pierpont Langley, 1834-1906"" is a detailed account of the life of Samuel Pierpont Langley, written by Charles Doolittle Walcott and published in 1912. Langley was a prominent American astronomer, physicist, and aviation pioneer who made significant contributions to the development of the airplane.The book begins with a brief overview of Langley's early life and education, including his time at the Boston Latin School and Harvard University. It then delves into his professional career, which spanned several decades and included positions at the Allegheny Observatory, the Smithsonian Institution, and the University of Pittsburgh.Throughout the book, Walcott provides a detailed account of Langley's scientific achievements, including his work on the solar spectrum, his experiments with aerodynamics, and his groundbreaking attempts to build a manned flying machine. Walcott also explores Langley's personal life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues, and his struggles with depression and illness.Overall, ""Biographical Memoir Of Samuel Pierpont Langley, 1834-1906"" offers a fascinating look at the life and work of one of America's most important scientific pioneers. With its detailed research and engaging prose, it is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, aviation, or American culture.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.