Biography of Percival Lowell

"Biography of Percival Lowell" by A. Lawrence Lowell is a revealing story from the 20th century about the life of Percival Lowell, a famous American astronomer, and the time he spent absorbing Japanese culture. The book shows Lowell's smart mind through his work finding planetary orbits and his trips to Japan, combined with his creative way of approaching science. The story starts with Lowell's early life, looking at his education and how he first became interested in astronomy highlighting his family background and their influence on his intelligence. The author focuses on his time in France, his travels, and his early love for astronomy, all of which helped him later in his work at the Flagstaff, Arizona observatory. The beginning of the biography prepares readers to understand Lowell's important scientific work and his unique views on the cultures he studied, especially Japan, where he spent a lot of time learning about the language and customs.