A Descriptive Catalogue of the Books Forming the Library of Clarence H. Clark, Chestnut-Wold, Philadelphia is a detailed, period-perfect guide to a private library from the late 19th century.
It catalogs items alphabetically by author, with notes on scope, publication dates, and notable features.
This edition assembles hundreds of entries, each with bibliographic details and context. It also highlights illustrations, editors’ notes, and special copies, giving readers a window into how a curated collection was documented and organized in 1888."synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This substantial volume contains the memoirs of Louis Agassiz, tracing his life from childhood through his journey to the United States to his final years. The richly detailed account gives a look into the mind of a world-renowned scientist and the impact of his work on his field. Agassiz was an avid opponent of Darwin's theory of evolution and remained steadfast in his belief in creationism to the end of his life. The book includes selections from Agassiz's writings and correspondence, giving an insider's view of scientific thought during the 19th century. Despite its age, this book provides valuable insights into the evolution of scientific ideas and the enduring legacy of one of science's most influential figures. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780266616788_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780266616788
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