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A History Of The New York Academy Of Sciences

A History Of The New York Academy Of Sciences

Herman Le Roy Fairchild

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2007
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Antologías (no poéticas)
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9781432681531
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''A History Of The New York Academy Of Sciences: Formerly The Lyceum Of Natural History'' is a comprehensive account of the evolution and growth of the New York Academy of Sciences, previously known as the Lyceum of Natural History. The book is written by Herman Le Roy Fairchild, a renowned American geologist, and paleontologist, who was also a member of the academy. The book traces the origins of the academy from its founding in 1817, and its early years as a center for scientific research and education in New York City. It also covers the academy’s role in promoting scientific research and discovery, and its contributions to the development of various fields of science, including botany, zoology, geology, and astronomy. The author provides detailed accounts of the academy’s various activities, including lectures, exhibitions, and publications, and highlights the contributions of some of its most prominent members, including Louis Agassiz, John Torrey, and Alexander von Humboldt. The book also covers the challenges faced by the academy over the years, including financial difficulties, political interference, and changing public attitudes towards science. It concludes with a discussion of the academy’s current status, and its ongoing efforts to promote scientific research and education in New York City and beyond. Overall, ''A History Of The New York Academy Of Sciences: Formerly The Lyceum Of Natural History'' is a fascinating and informative account of one of America’s oldest and most respected scientific institutions, and its role in shaping the course of scientific discovery and education in the United States.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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