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Letters And Recollections Of Alexander Agassiz With A Sketch Of His Life And Work

Letters And Recollections Of Alexander Agassiz With A Sketch Of His Life And Work

Agassiz, G. R.

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Historical Figures19th Century United States HistoryGeology

ISBN10: 1417954779
ISBN13: 9781417954773
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 23 2005
Pages: 504
Weight: 1.61
Height: 1.12 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Letters and Recollections of Alexander Agassiz with a Sketch of His Life and Work is a biographical work that provides an in-depth look at the life and work of Alexander Agassiz, a prominent American scientist and businessman. The book is written by G.R. Agassiz, Alexander's brother, and is based on a collection of letters and personal recollections that shed light on Alexander's personal and professional life.The book begins with a brief overview of Alexander's family background and childhood, before delving into his academic and professional pursuits. Alexander was a highly accomplished scientist who made significant contributions to the fields of marine biology and geology. He was also a successful businessman who played a key role in the development of several major industries, including mining and railroads.Throughout the book, readers are treated to a wealth of fascinating anecdotes and insights into Alexander's life and work. The letters and recollections included in the book offer a unique perspective on Alexander's personality, his relationships with family and colleagues, and his approach to science and business.Overall, Letters and Recollections of Alexander Agassiz with a Sketch of His Life and Work is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of one of America's most accomplished and fascinating scientists and businessmen.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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