Garrett Serviss, US science writer
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Garrett Serviss, US science writer
Garrett Putnam Serviss (1851-1929), US science and science fiction writer. Serviss studied science as an undergraduate, obtained a law degree, and then worked as a journalist. He wrote numerous articles, columns and fifteen books popularising and explaining science to the public, especially in the field of astronomy. He toured the USA in the 1890s delivering the Urania Lectures. His science fiction works included The Sky Pirate (1909) and The Moon Maiden (1915). This photograph is from the Bain News Service, one of the USAs earliest news picture libraries. The bulk of the Bain images date from the 1890s to the 1930s
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1900s Bain News Service Elderly Journalist Looking At The Camera North American Outdoors Outside Popular Science Portrait Publishing Sci Fi The Moon Journalism
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This black and white portrait captures the essence of Garrett Serviss, a prominent figure in American science writing during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. With his piercing gaze directed towards the camera, Serviss exudes wisdom and intellect that comes from a lifetime dedicated to exploring the wonders of astronomy. Born in 1851, Serviss embarked on a multifaceted career that spanned journalism, law, and scientific literature. As an accomplished journalist, he used his platform to popularize complex scientific concepts for the general public. Through numerous articles, columns, and fifteen books like "Astronomy in a Nutshell" and "Curiosities of the Sky" he demystified celestial phenomena with eloquence. Serviss's passion for astronomy extended beyond mere words as he embarked on nationwide tours delivering captivating lectures known as the Urania Lectures. His influence reached far beyond academia; he was celebrated as both a science writer and science fiction author. Notable works such as "The Moon Maiden" (1915) and "The Sky Pirate" (1909) showcased his imaginative storytelling abilities within this genre. This photograph is part of the Bain News Service collection - one of America's earliest news picture libraries - dating back to the late 1800s through to the early 1900s. Preserved by Library of Congress archives, it serves as a testament to Serviss's enduring legacy in popularizing science while offering us an intimate glimpse into history itself.
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