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A Review Of Lyell's "elements Of Geology"
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Technology & EngineeringGeologyNature Writing
ISBN13: 9781024358476
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 64
Weight: 0.23
Height: 0.13 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
This is a critical review of Charles Lyell's highly influential geological textbook, Elements of Geology. Published anonymously, the review offers a detailed examination of Lyell's work in the context of the ongoing debate surrounding the Huttonian theory of the Earth. It provides valuable insights into the development of geological thought during the 19th century and the transition from catastrophism to uniformitarianism.
The review not only scrutinizes Lyell's arguments and evidence, but also assesses the broader progress of the Huttonian theory, making it a key resource for understanding the scientific controversies of its time. It is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of geology, the development of scientific theories, and the intellectual debates that shaped our understanding of the Earth.
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