History Of Geology (1911)

History Of Geology (1911)

Horace Bolingbroke Woodward

30,08 €
IVA incluido
Disponible
Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Historia general y mundial
ISBN:
9781436873529
30,08 €
IVA incluido
Disponible

Selecciona una librería:

  • Librería Samer Atenea
  • Librería Aciertas (Toledo)
  • Kálamo Books
  • Librería Perelló (Valencia)
  • Librería Elías (Asturias)
  • Donde los libros
  • Librería Kolima (Madrid)
  • Librería Proteo (Málaga)

The History of Geology is a comprehensive book written by Horace Bolingbroke Woodward and published in 1911. The book covers the evolution of geology from its early beginnings to the contemporary times. It provides a detailed account of the development of geological theories, including the contributions of famous geologists such as James Hutton, Charles Lyell, and William Smith.The book is divided into several parts. The first part discusses the early history of geology, including the contributions of ancient civilizations such as the Greeks and Romans. The second part focuses on the emergence of modern geology during the Renaissance period, with a particular emphasis on the work of Leonardo da Vinci.The third part of the book covers the development of geological theories during the 18th and 19th centuries, including the emergence of the uniformitarianism theory and the contributions of geologists such as James Hutton and Charles Lyell. The fourth part of the book discusses the impact of geology on other scientific disciplines such as biology and chemistry.Overall, the History of Geology is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the evolution of geological theories and the development of the science of geology. It provides a comprehensive overview of the subject matter and is written in a clear and concise style that is accessible to both experts and non-experts alike.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.

Artículos relacionados

  • The life of Sir Richard Fanshawe, 1608 - 1666
    H C Fanshawe
    Sir Richard Fanshawe (1608-1666), was a diplomat, poet and linguist. As Ambassador to Spain and Portugal he negotiated the marriage of Charles II and Catherine of Braganza. He was also acclaimed for his poetry and his translations of Latin and European works such as the Lusiads by Luis de Camoes and Il Pastor Fido (the Faithful Shepherd) by Giovanni Battista Guarini. Sir Richar...
    Disponible

    17,51 €

  • Uniforms of Russian Army during the years 1825-1855. Vol. 3
    Aleksandr Vasilevich Viskovatov / Mark Conrad
    This volume is related to the Russian Army during the zar Nicolas Ist era, and are about the uniforms cavalry in use from 1825 to 1855. Compiled at Saint Petersburg during the year from 1837 and 1851, the Historical Description of the Clothing and Arms of the Russian Army has had an enormous impact and great importance for the study on the history of Russian costume and uniform...
    Disponible

    52,04 €

  • Archaeology and Entomology in the Eastern Mediterranean
    Eva Panagiotakopulu
    ...
    Disponible

    74,97 €

  • Luoghi e Architetture della Transizione
    Maria Antonietta Breda
    I sistemi difensivi di confine e la protezione antiaerea nelle città. Storia conservazione riuso / Border defense system and air raid protection in the cities. History conservation reuseThis book collects the papers presented at the Second International Congress on Conoscenza e valorizzazione delle opere militari moderne - Knowledge and development of modern military structures...
    Disponible

    139,91 €

  • Le mura di Bergamo e l’esercito veneto fra 500 e 600
    Luca Stefano Cristini
    Correva l'Anno del Signore 1590. Così scriveva un soddisfatto e pago Alvise Grimani, l'allora comandante veneto della piazza di Bergamo, al termine dei lavori di realizzazione degli oltre cinque chilometri di mura porte e bastioni : 'La città è tutta serrata con baluardi e i suoi membri quasi tutti terrapienati, compite le piazze, i parapetti e le traverse per coprirsi ...
    Disponible

    36,31 €

  • Psychology of Revolution
    Gustave Lebon
    The present age is not merely an epoch of discovery; it is also a period of revision of the various elements of knowledge. Having recognised that there are no phenomena of which the first cause is still accessible, science has resumed the examination of her ancient certitudes, and has proved their fragility. To-day she sees her ancient principles vanishing one by one. ...

Otros libros del autor

  • Stanford’s Geological Atlas Of Great Britain ... With Plates Of Characteristic Fossils
    Horace Bolingbroke Woodward
    'Stanford’s Geological Atlas Of Great Britain' by Horace Bolingbroke Woodward offers a detailed and comprehensive overview of the geological structure of Great Britain. This historical atlas features plates illustrating characteristic fossils and provides a county-by-county description of the geological landscape. A valuable resource for geologists, historians, and anyone inter...
    Disponible

    23,04 €

  • History Of The Geological Society Of London
    Horace Bolingbroke Woodward
    Dive into the fascinating origins and development of one of the world’s premier geological organizations with 'History Of The Geological Society Of London' by Horace Bolingbroke Woodward. This meticulously researched account chronicles the establishment of the Geological Society, detailing the key figures, groundbreaking discoveries, and pivotal moments that shaped its early ye...
    Disponible

    27,86 €

  • (The) Geology of England and Wales
    Horace Bolingbroke Woodward
    The Geology of England and Wales, by Horace Bolingbroke Woodward, offers a detailed examination of the geological features of England and Wales. First published in 1876, this comprehensive volume provides a concise account of the lithological characteristics, notable fossils, and economic products found within the rocks of the region. Woodward’s work includes insightful notes ...
    Disponible

    29,87 €

  • The Water Supply Of Lincolnshire From Underground Sources
    Horace Bolingbroke Woodward
    The book ''The Water Supply Of Lincolnshire From Underground Sources: With Records Of Sinkings And Borings (1904)'' by Horace Bolingbroke Woodward is a comprehensive study of the water supply in Lincolnshire, England. The book contains detailed records of sinkings and borings conducted in the area to access underground sources of water, as well as information on the geology and...
    Disponible

    31,14 €

  • Geology Of East Somerset And The Bristol Coal Fields (1876)
    Horace Bolingbroke Woodward
    Geology Of East Somerset And The Bristol Coal Fields is a book written by Horace Bolingbroke Woodward in 1876. It is a comprehensive study of the geological formations and coal deposits found in the East Somerset and Bristol regions of England. The book provides detailed descriptions of the various geological strata, including the Carboniferous, Triassic, and Jurassic periods. ...
    Disponible

    35,44 €