Inicio > Literatura y estudios literarios > Antologías (no poéticas) > The Physical And Moral Aspects Of Geology
The Physical And Moral Aspects Of Geology

The Physical And Moral Aspects Of Geology

William J. Barbee / William JBarbee

41,79 €
IVA incluido
Disponible
Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104321352
41,79 €
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 Physical and Moral Aspects of Geology, written by William J. Barbee and published in 1860, is a comprehensive guide to the principles and facts of geology. The book covers both the physical and moral aspects of the science, exploring the ways in which geological processes shape the natural world and impact human society.Barbee begins with an introduction to the basic principles of geology, including the structure of the earth, the nature of rocks and minerals, and the processes of erosion and sedimentation. He then delves into more specific topics, such as the formation of mountains, the history of the earth’s crust, and the role of geological forces in shaping the landscape.In addition to the physical aspects of geology, Barbee also explores the moral implications of the science. He discusses the ways in which geological processes can impact human life, from the formation of natural resources like coal and oil to the dangers posed by earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. He also considers the ethical questions raised by the exploitation of natural resources and the impact of human activity on the environment.Throughout the book, Barbee draws on his extensive knowledge of the field to provide a clear and accessible overview of the science of geology. His writing is engaging and informative, making this book an essential resource for anyone interested in the natural world and its complex geological processes.And A Discussion Of The Great Moral Questions, Growing Out Of Modern Geological Discoveries.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

  • Last Resort
    Jill Sanders
    Cassey's life is crazy enough. The last thing she needs is some cocky rich boy trying to destroy her business. Normally immune to these vultures, she finds this brazen hottie especially difficult to refuse. Out to close the deal of a lifetime, Luke won't take no for an answer, and the intoxicating beauty standing in his way isn't going to go down easily. He'll n...
    Disponible

    15,86 €

  • Voodoos and Obeahs
    Joseph J Williams
    Sorcery & Witchcraft in the CaribbeanVoodoos and Obeahs: Phases of West India Witchcraft by the Jesuit anthropologist Joseph J. Williams (1875-1940) offers a careful documentation of the history and ethnography of Voodoo and reveals the connection of both Haitian Voodoo and Jamaican Obeah to snake worship (ophioletreia). In Jamaica, Obeah is the general term to denote those Afr...
    Disponible

    21,57 €

  • Camouflaged Sisters
    Lila Holley
    Camouflaged Sisters chronicles the courageous path of fourteen women who overcame various internal and external struggles during their military careers. These veterans give open accounts of how they adapted, achieved work-life balance, relied on their faith, and used mentorship as a vital tool in their success pre- and post-military career.Expect to be inspired by black women w...
    Disponible

    20,65 €

  • The Yellow Wallpaper
    Charlotte Perkins Gilman
    The Yellow Wallpaper (original title: "The Yellow Wall-paper. A Story") is a 6,000-word short story by the American writer Charlotte Perkins Gilman, first published in January 1892 in The New England Magazine. It is regarded as an important early work of American feminist literature, illustrating attitudes in the 19th century toward women's health, both physical and mental....
    Disponible

    5,26 €

  • Tea
    Velina Hasu Houston
    It’s 1968.  Himiko Hamilton struggles in a graceless marriage in a country that is not her own.  Having come from Japan at the end of World War II and landed in a small Kansas town because of her marriage to an American soldier, she is at odds with the culture that she left behind and the one in which she is trying to survive. In the midst of this turmoil is her beautiful mixed...
    Disponible

    31,79 €

  • Great Expectations
    Charles Dickens
    ***Traditional Character Edition***Great Expectations is hailed as Charles Dickens' masterpiece. A gripping tale of love and loss, aspiration and moral redemption, the story follows the young orphan Xiaomao (Pip) from poverty to a life of unexpected opportunity and wealth. In Part 2, Xiaomao leaves his life of poverty behind to seek his fortunes in Shanghai and win the hear...
    Disponible

    16,48 €

Otros libros del autor

  • The First Principles Of Geology
    William J. Barbee / William JBarbee
    The First Principles of Geology: Presenting the Science in Its Physical and Moral Aspects, published in 1867, is a comprehensive book on the subject of geology written by William J. Barbee. The book delves into the fundamental principles of geology, covering both its physical and moral aspects. Barbee begins by defining geology and its various branches, including mineralogy, pa...
    Disponible

    47,03 €

  • The Cotton Question
    William J. Barbee / William JBarbee
    This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 edit...
    Disponible

    31,15 €