The book "Sir William Herschel: His Life and Works" is a detailed scientific essay about the life of the outstanding English astronomer and musician Sir William Herschel. Author Edward Singleton Holden examines various aspects of Herschel's life and activities, from his childhood and musical abilities to his great discoveries in the field of astronomy, with great painstaking research. The book reveals to the reader many little-known facts about Herschel's research, his inventions and his enormous influence on the development of astronomy. A detailed description of his work in the field of telescopes, the discovery of planets and stars, the study of the heliocentric system, and much more provides an opportunity to better understand the importance of Herschel's contribution to science. Sir William Herschel: His Life and Works is a fascinating and essential resource for anyone interested in the history of science, astronomy, and the lives of great personalities. The author paints a portrait of Herschel as a scientist, artist and person who revolutionized our understanding of the universe.