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The Cruise of the Betsey
Hardcover
GeologyGreat BritainNature Writing
ISBN13: 9781023228466
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 338
Weight: 1.43
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Embark on a captivating journey through the dramatic landscapes of 19th-century Scotland with Hugh Miller's The Cruise of the Betsey. This remarkable book combines travelogue and scientific observation as Miller meticulously explores the fossiliferous deposits of the Hebrides.
Originally published in 1858, this volume vividly recounts Miller's geological rambles, providing an unparalleled glimpse into the ancient history embedded within Scotland's rocks. Readers will discover a treasure trove of information about geology and paleontology, presented with the engaging prose that made Miller a celebrated writer. More than just a scientific treatise, The Cruise of the Betsey offers a fascinating portrait of Scotland's natural beauty and the thrill of discovery. Travel alongside Miller as he deciphers the secrets held within the land, revealing the story of a world long past, preserved for us to explore in the present. Experience the thrill of scientific discovery with this meticulously prepared print edition.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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