Join a science historian from the Max Planck Institute for the History of Science in Berlin for an illuminating exploration of Victorian-era eclipse chasers. This lecture reveals the forgotten stories of the women who played a crucial role in observing and documenting solar eclipses during the 19th century, contributing invaluable scientific insights to our understanding of the sun and astronomy.

Discover how these pioneering women navigated the constraints of their era while pursuing scientific discovery, traveling across continents to capture crucial moments of astronomical history. A fascinating journey into the intersection of science, history, and gender in the pursuit of knowledge.

Language: English

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