Quote by James Nasmyth

But my most favourite pursuit, after my daily exertions at the Foundry, was Astronomy. There were frequently clear nights when the glorious objects in the Heavens were seen in most attractive beauty and brilliancy.

But my most favourite pursuit, after my daily exertions at t

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their passion for astronomy as their favorite pursuit. Despite spending their days working at the Foundry, they find solace and excitement in observing the celestial bodies during clear nights. The speaker describes the wonders of the heavens, emphasizing their captivating beauty and brilliance. This quote highlights the speaker's enthusiasm for the field of astronomy and the joy they derive from the observation of the celestial objects in the night sky.

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Beauty

By James Nasmyth

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