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Peirson, Robert (1821-1891) astronomer
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1821-1891
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Peirson was admitted to St John's College in 1841, and graduated BA, as 3rd Wrangler, in 1845. He was a Fellow of the College from 1849 to 1855. After leaving Cambridge to reside at Barnsbury, where he remained until his death, Peirson 'determined to devote himself to the study of astronomy and optics and those studies formed the occupation of his life'. The manuscripts which he left are the result of his study. It was Peirson's wish that his manuscripts be published after his death, but the College could not meet the cost of printing them.
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GB 275 003396
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GB 275