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This readable family story spanning four generations reveals new insights into the life of the 19th century, Nottingham-born, astronomer Norman Robert Pogson, whose many achievements were unfortunately overlooked in his day, since he did much of his work in India. Family papers saved over the years take us into the lives of his descendents too, revealing many talents in this unusual family. The book is available to buy on Amazon.

The author has also written a short article on Pogson: 'Norman Robert Pogson: an overlooked Nottinghamshire astronomer.'

"An exceeding pleasant shire" - John Evelyn portraitNottinghamshire is an unappreciated English county, most memorably (and unfairly) dismissed by that renowned wit and scholar, Jeremy Clarkson, as "a non-county, like Staffordshire - just there to fill the gaps."

The Nottinghamshire History website attempts to counter ignorance like this by making accessible a wide range of books and articles reflecting the rich and fascinating history of this part of the midlands.

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For general enquiries about Nottinghamshire history or comments about the website please contact Andy Nicholson: apnicholson@yahoo.co.uk

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