The Life of Roger Langdon, Told by himself. With additions by his daughter Ellen.

"The Life of Roger Langdon, Told by Himself, With Additions by His Daughter Ellen" by Roger Langdon is a 19th-century life story that follows Roger Langdon, an astronomer and station-master from Silverton, as he conquers life's obstacles with hard work and a passion for science. The book shares Roger's growth from childhood, his scientific discoveries, and how his family helped him. The beginning shows Roger's early life, including memories that inspired his view of the world. As a young boy, he faces a tough father, remembers his mother fondly, and deals with being poor. The story shows his home life, the town he lives in, and problems he had growing up, like sickness and mean people. These events shaped the future, leading to his success in astronomy and teaching, and making the biography a story of strength and intelligence.