Annie Jump Cannon, Astronomer

This biography illustrates the accomplishments of a woman who developed a system of classifying stars and who-to this day-holds the record for identifying more stars than anyone else in the world. In 1925, Annie Jump Cannon became the first woman to be honored by Oxford University with a doctor of science degree. In addition to noting the achievements of the astronomer and her contributions to science, the book details Cannon's work and system of ranking stars by heat.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Pelican Publishing Company
Published: 09/26/2011
ISBN: 9781589809116
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 11.10h x 8.60w x 0.20d

Review Citations: Booklist 10/15/2011 pg. 38
School Library Journal 12/01/2011 pg. 99
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2012 pg. 180 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw