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The Astronomer and the Countess: A Novel of Intrigue at the Forefront of Science

The Astronomer and the Countess: A Novel of Intrigue at the Forefront of Science

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A Countess asks Harvard astronomer Philip Frobisher to make a significant contribution to science and society, leading him on a quest. Meanwhile, Anna Grad, a Harvard student, interns in Washington for a Senator known for his opposition to science and gets caught up in astro-political intrigues in Cambridge, Normandy, Washington, Prague, and St. Petersburg.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 210 pages
Publication date: 01 September 2023
Publisher: University Press of America


A captivating Countess poses a thought-provoking question to Harvard astronomer Philip Frobisher, igniting a quest to make a significant impact on science and society. Meanwhile, Anna Grad, a talented Harvard student, embarks on an internship in Washington, D.C., where she encounters the captivating world of astro-politics. Spanning from Cambridge, Normandy, Washington, Prague, and St. Petersburg, this tale unfolds with a delightful blend of humor and intrigue, offering a unique perspective on the interplay between science, politics, and romance. Through the eyes of an irreverent participant, we witness the captivating goings-on at the forefront of these fields.

Weight: 336g
Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780761874041

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