The Stellar Cinderella
(Simon Nosworthy)

Simon Nosworthy relates the extraordinary story of Caroline Herschel (1750-1848), discoverer of comets and nebulae in 18th century England. 

Photogravure of Caroline Herschel by Professor Tielemann (1829) A display of Herschel relics can be viewed in Collections online.

Objects referenced

• The 40-foot Herschelian (reflector) telescope tube remains
• Photogravure of Caroline Herschel (1829)

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