Astronomy at the Turn of the Twentieth Century in Chile and the United States
This Palgrave Pivot tells the transnational story of the astronomical observatory in the hills near Santiago, Chile, built in the early twentieth century through the efforts of astronomers from the Lick Observatory in California. Venturing abroad to learn
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Palgrave Studies in the History of Science and Technology Series Editors James Rodger Fleming Colby College Waterville, ME, USA Roger D. Launius Auburn, AL, USA
Designed to bridge the gap between the history of science and the history of technology, this series publishes the best new work by promising and accomplished authors in both areas. In particular, it offers historical perspectives on issues of current and ongoing concern, provides international and global perspectives on scientific issues, and encourages productive communication between historians and practicing scientists. More information about this series at http://www.palgrave.com/gp/series/14581
Bárbara K. Silva
Astronomy at the Turn of the Twentieth Century in Chile and the United States Chasing Southern Stars, 1903–1929
Bárbara K. Silva Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile Santiago, Chile
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Preface
This is the story of the Mills Expedition from the Lick Observatory, California, to Chile, at the beginning of the twentieth century. This expedition built an observatory in Santiago, which is still standing. American astronomers were supposed to stay three years in the southern country, but stayed for twenty-six, time in which they closely related to Chilean society, while trying to unveil some mysteries of the galaxy. This book is the
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