Agnes Giberne
Astronomer and author, wrote 'The Story of the Solar System'
Born
November 19th, 1845
179 years ago
Died
August 20th, 1939
85 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
England
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Authored 'The Story of the Solar System'
Published articles in scientific magazines
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