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Letters Of Alexander Von Humboldt To Varnhagen Von Ense From 1827 To 1858

Letters Of Alexander Von Humboldt To Varnhagen Von Ense From 1827 To 1858

Humboldt, Alexander Von
Kapp, Friedrich

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Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesGerman History

ISBN10: 1163113700
ISBN13: 9781163113707
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 408
Weight: 1.20
Height: 0.84 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Letters of Alexander von Humboldt to Varnhagen von Ense from 1827 to 1858 is a collection of personal correspondence between two prominent figures of the 19th century: Alexander von Humboldt, a renowned naturalist, explorer, and scientist, and Karl August Varnhagen von Ense, a Prussian officer, writer, and historian. The letters cover a period of over thirty years, from 1827 to 1858, and offer a fascinating insight into the intellectual and cultural life of the time.The letters are written in German and have been translated into English for this edition. They cover a wide range of topics, from scientific discoveries and explorations to politics, literature, and personal matters. Humboldt shares his thoughts on his travels and scientific research, including his studies of the earth's magnetic fields and his exploration of the Amazon basin. He also discusses his views on politics and social issues, including his opposition to slavery and his support for the abolitionist movement.Throughout the letters, Humboldt's passion for knowledge and his deep curiosity about the world around him shine through. He shares his excitement about new discoveries and his enthusiasm for learning from others. The letters also reveal a warm and affectionate friendship between Humboldt and Varnhagen von Ense, as they share their personal joys and sorrows and offer each other support and encouragement.Overall, Letters of Alexander von Humboldt to Varnhagen von Ense from 1827 to 1858 is a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of one of the most influential scientists and explorers of the 19th century. It offers a unique perspective on the intellectual and cultural milieu of the time and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science, exploration, and culture.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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