
George Forbes
George Forbes (1849β1936) was a Scottish electrical engineer, astronomer, explorer, author and inventor, some of whose inventions are still in use.
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Adventures in Southern Seas: A Tale of the Sixteenth Century
A young explorer's quest for riches turns into a desperate fight for survival when he becomes a captive in a strange new land.
By George Forbes

History of Astronomy
Uncover how stargazers of old used their observations of the night sky to attempt to foretell what would happen on Earth, laying the foundation for future exploration of the heavens.
By George Forbes