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Born on June 13, 1831, in Edinburgh, Scotland, Maxwell was an only child whose early life was marked by tragedy with the death of his mother when he was just eight years old. This led to a sheltered upbringing, largely influenced by his protective father, who opted for homeschooling, despite the challenges posed by harsh tutoring methods. At 14, he published his first scientific paper, showing early promise in mathematics.