Robert Stawell Ball has written:
'A popular guide to the heavens'
'Star-land'
Robert Stawell Ball was born in 1840.
Robert Stawell Ball died in 1913.
Robert M. Ball has written: 'Insuring the essentials'
Robert S Ball has written: 'Natural sources of power'
Robert Steele Ball has written: 'Natural sources of power' -- subject(s): Windmills, Water-power
Robert Doss has written: 'How to coach tee ball without going insane'
Robert J. Ball has written: 'Tibullus the elegist' -- subject(s): History and criticism, Latin Elegiac poetry, Rome in literature
Robert G. Watts has written: 'Keep your eye on the ball' -- subject(s): Physics, Baseball, Force and energy
Robert C. Ball has written: 'Production of bass and bluegills in Michigan ponds' -- subject(s): Basses (Fish), Bluegill, Fish culture, Fish ponds 'The Red Cedar River report'
Robert Hamilton Ball has written: 'Shakespeare on silent film' -- subject(s): Film and video adaptations, Silent films, History and criticism, English drama, Motion picture plays, Technique, Film adaptations
Brian. Ball has written: 'The starbuggy'
In the introduction to "Great Astronomers," Robert Stawell Ball emphasizes the intrinsic connection between the evolution of astronomy and the influential figures who contributed to its progress. He suggests that the achievements and discoveries of these astronomers are pivotal in understanding the broader narrative of the field. By highlighting their contributions, Ball illustrates how individual brilliance and perseverance have shaped our understanding of the cosmos throughout history. Thus, the study of astronomy is not just about celestial phenomena but also about the remarkable individuals who have dedicated their lives to unraveling its mysteries.