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Views Of Nature: Or Contemplations On The Sublime Phenomena Of Creation, With Scientific Illustrations (1850)

Views Of Nature: Or Contemplations On The Sublime Phenomena Of Creation, With Scientific Illustrations (1850)

Otte, Elise C.
Bohn, Henry George
Humboldt, Alexander Von

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ISBN10: 1164435698
ISBN13: 9781164435693
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 482
Weight: 1.92
Height: 1.19 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Views of Nature: Or Contemplations on the Sublime Phenomena of Creation, with Scientific Illustrations (1850) is a book written by Alexander von Humboldt, a renowned German naturalist and explorer who lived from 1769 to 1859. The book is a collection of essays and observations on various aspects of the natural world, including geology, meteorology, botany, and zoology.Throughout the book, Humboldt reflects on the beauty and wonder of the natural world, exploring the ways in which different phenomena interact and shape the planet we live on. He also draws on his extensive scientific knowledge to provide detailed explanations of the processes and mechanisms behind these phenomena, making the book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the natural sciences.In addition to his scientific observations, Humboldt also incorporates philosophical and poetic reflections on the sublime nature of the natural world. He discusses the ways in which the natural world can inspire feelings of awe and wonder, and reflects on the ways in which human beings can connect with and understand the natural world around them.The book is accompanied by a series of scientific illustrations, which help to illustrate the various phenomena discussed in the text. These illustrations provide a visual representation of the complex scientific concepts discussed in the book, making it more accessible to a wider audience.Overall, Views of Nature is a fascinating and insightful exploration of the natural world, written by one of the most influential naturalists of the 19th century. It provides a unique perspective on the beauty and complexity of the natural world, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the natural sciences, philosophy, or poetry.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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