RTÉ Documentaries

Ladies of Science (2016x31)

Fecha de emisión: Nov 14, 2016

This drama documentary, set in Ireland, tells the true story of two remarkable women, Lady Mary Rosse and Mary Ward, who had a passion for science and technology, including photography, astronomy, microscopy, illustrations, architecture, all during a time (1850′s) when women were not admitted to universities. Through dramatizations and contributions from the Earl of Rosse, Brendan Parson and his wife Allison, together with several leading experts in science, literature, engineering, astronomy, photography and history, explore the fascinating achievements of these two pioneering women.