The Life of Roger Langdon, Told by himself. With additions by his daughter…
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"The Life of Roger Langdon, Told by Himself, With Additions by His Daughter Ellen" is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. This work chronicles the life of Roger Langdon, a self-taught astronomer and station-master at Silverton, who overcame significant hardships through perseverance, innovation, and a love for science. The narrative not only encapsulates Roger's personal journey from childhood to adulthood but also highlights his scientific achievements and the supportive
role played by his family. The opening of the biography introduces Roger Langdon's humble beginnings, recounting poignant early memories that shaped his outlook on life and sparked his curiosity about the world. As a child, he grappled with the strict discipline of his father, fond memories of his mother, and the harsh realities of poverty. The account provides a glimpse into home life, community dynamics, and the challenges of his formative years, such as his struggles with illness and the cruelty of those he worked with. These experiences ultimately laid the groundwork for Langdon's later accomplishments in astronomy and education, setting the stage for an inspiring narrative of resilience and intellectual fervor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Langdon, Roger, 1825-1894 |
|---|---|
| Author | Langdon, Ellen |
| Author of introduction, etc. | Lambert, Henry Clifton |
| Title | The Life of Roger Langdon, Told by himself. With additions by his daughter Ellen. |
| Credits |
Produced by Eric Hutton, Leonardo Palladino and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CT: History: Biography |
| LoC Class | QB: Science: Astronomy |
| Subject | Langdon, Roger, 1825-1894 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34711 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-34711-0 |
| Release Date | Dec 21, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 378 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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