Geognosy

Geognosy

David Nevins Lord

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Historia
ISBN:
9781436857215
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Geognosy: Or The Facts And Principles Of Geology Against Theories is a book written by David Nevins Lord and published in 1857. The book is an extensive study of geology, focusing on the facts and principles of the science, while also addressing the various theories that were prevalent at the time. Lord begins by introducing the reader to the basic principles of geology, including the structure of the earth, the different types of rocks and minerals, and the various geological formations that exist. He then delves into the history of the science, tracing its development from the early Greek philosophers to the modern era.Throughout the book, Lord takes a critical approach to the theories of his contemporaries, arguing that many of them are based on flawed assumptions or incomplete data. He also presents his own theories, based on his extensive research and observations.Geognosy: Or The Facts And Principles Of Geology Against Theories is a comprehensive and detailed work that provides a thorough understanding of the science of geology. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the subject, from students and academics to amateur enthusiasts.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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