Chasing Venus
The Race to Measure the Heavens
(Author) Andrea WulfOn two days in 1761 and 1769 hundreds of astronomers pointed their telescopes towards the skies to observe a rare astronomical event: the transit of Venus across the face of the sun. United by this momentous occasion, scientists from around the globe came together to answer the essential question: how can the universe be measured? In Chasing Venus Andrea Wulf paints a vivid portrait of the rivalries, triumphs and misfortunes that befell these men, along with their passion and determination to succeed. This extraordinary book tells their story and how one single event prompted the first international scientific collaboration.
Andrea Wulf
Andrea Wulf is a renowned author known for her bestselling book "The Invention of Nature: Alexander von Humboldt's New World." Her literary style combines meticulous research with engaging storytelling, shedding light on the life and legacy of the influential scientist and explorer. Wulf's work has received critical acclaim for its depth and accessibility.
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