Mary Somerville: A Mathematician in Regency London
Mary Somerville: A Mathematician in Regency London
This public lecture will explore how Mary Somerville (1780-1872) became a renowned mathematician in the 19th century, focusing on her time living in London. Attendees will learn how Somerville used mathematics to study the movements of planets and moons, and see how she shared her knowledge in letters and books. Free to attend and no […]