Lowell and Mars [hardcover] William Graves Hoyt [Jan 01, 1976]
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"If you want to know where the canals came from and where they went, read this entertaining and educational book." —American Scientist"A well-written story. . . . Lowell and Mars is intended first for a general audience, but the author's extensive research in the Lowell Observatory Archives also makes this book a valuable compendium of a vast amount of historical material." —Journal for the History of Astronomy"Hoyt's writing style—simply, clear, and direct—is a joy to read." —Astronomy"The controversies and jealousies that marked Lowell's life and the many sides of his personality are skillfully laid out." —Carl Sagan in New Republic
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Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. 1st Edition. Red cloth boards with black lettering on cover and spine. Slight creasing to head and tail of spine, else fine. Red and black dust jacket with white lettering on cover and red lettering on spine. Jacket is badly scuffed and scratched with long vertical streaks on cover. Creasing and small tears along edges. Not price clipped. Tight binding and clean interior. Includes black and white pictures and diagrams. In 1894 Percival Lowell posited a theory about the existence of intelligent life on Mars that became hugely influential in both astronomy and popular culture. Using original documents from the Lowell Observatory Archives, this book presents a definitive study of the astronomer's colorful and controversial career. Seller Inventory # ros15238
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 1.45. Seller Inventory # G0816504350I3N10
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