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A Memoir Of William Pengelly, Of Torquay, Geologist: With A Selection From His Correspondence (1897)

A Memoir Of William Pengelly, Of Torquay, Geologist: With A Selection From His Correspondence (1897)

Pengelly, William
Pengelly, Hester
Bonney

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ISBN10: 1163983497
ISBN13: 9781163983492
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 376
Weight: 1.11
Height: 0.78 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Memoir of William Pengelly, of Torquay, Geologist: With a Selection from His Correspondence (1897) is a biographical work that tells the story of the life and achievements of William Pengelly, a renowned geologist from Torquay, England. The book is written by Pengelly himself and includes a selection of his correspondence.The memoir provides an in-depth look at Pengelly's life, from his early years in Torquay to his travels and research around the world. It also delves into his groundbreaking work in the field of geology, including his contributions to the study of caves and the discovery of important fossils.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Pengelly's life and work. It includes anecdotes and personal reflections, as well as scientific observations and theories.One of the unique features of the book is the selection of Pengelly's correspondence, which provides a glimpse into his personal and professional relationships with other scientists and geologists of his time. These letters offer insights into the scientific debates and discoveries of the era, as well as the personal struggles and triumphs of Pengelly and his colleagues.Overall, A Memoir of William Pengelly, of Torquay, Geologist: With a Selection from His Correspondence (1897) is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of science and the life of one of its most important figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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