1868-1921

Astronomer Henrietta Swan Leavitt traces the years she spent measuring stars from her position at the Harvard College Observatory and her important discoveries that enabled the scientific community to gain a better understanding of the universe's vast size.

Describes the contributions of astronomer Henrietta Swan Leavitt in her cosmic discoveries in the midst of a short life strained by poor health. Contrasts her quiet existence with the enormity of her scientific gifts.

An illustrated biography of the pioneering woman astronomer Henrietta Leavitt.