Percival Lowell
American astronomer (1855-1916)
Percival Lowell was born on March 13, 1855 in Boston and died on November 12, 1916 in Flagstaff, aged 61. Recorded occupations: astronomer, mathematician, businessperson, writer, entrepreneur and diplomat. Country of citizenship: United States. Fields of work: astronomy, mathematics, entrepreneurship and diplomacy. Notable works include “Mars as the abode of life”. Educated at Harvard University and Noble and Greenough School. Honours include Prix Jules Janssen and Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Member of American Academy of Arts and Sciences and American Philosophical Society.
- Born
- March 13, 1855 · Boston
- Died
- November 12, 1916 · Flagstaff
- Age at death
- 61
- Citizenship
- United States
- Occupations
- astronomer, mathematician, businessperson, writer, entrepreneur, diplomat
- Notable works
- Mars as the abode of life
- Education
- Harvard University, Noble and Greenough School
- Honours
- Prix Jules Janssen, Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
- Wikipedia editions
- 56 languages
- Signature licence
- Public domain
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