William Herschel

Focusing on the groundbreaking observational work of William and Caroline Herschel from 1774 to 1817, the book details their exploration of deep-sky objects, including the discovery of Uranus in 1781. William's monumental sweep campaign led to the identification of 2,500 celestial objects, published in three catalogues. Beyond mere observation, he innovated large reflectors and contributed significantly to theories on cosmic evolution and the Milky Way's structure. His legacy continued through his son John, marking a pivotal era in astronomy.