This volume collects 13 scientific papers by the astronomer John Herschel, one of the foremost scientists of the 19th century. The papers cover a wide range of topics, including the observation of comets and nebulae, the nature of light and color, and the use of photography in astronomy. The book also includes a biographical introduction and rare photographs and drawings from Herschel's personal archive. A must-read for fans of the history of science.
