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Geology: Notes Taken From the Lectures of Prof. W. B. Scott, Ph.D., Second Term, Junior Year, Princeton College (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

William Berryman Scott

 
9780282918590: Geology: Notes Taken From the Lectures of Prof. W. B. Scott, Ph.D., Second Term, Junior Year, Princeton College (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book is an in-depth study of the history of geology. It takes a look at the field from its early beginnings, when scientists like Aristotle and Leonardo da Vinci attempted to explain geological phenomena, through to the mid-19th century, when scientists like Hutton, Werner, and Smith made important discoveries that helped to lay the foundations of modern geology. The book also explores the various geological processes that have shaped the Earth's surface over time, including erosion, deposition, and volcanism. It provides a comprehensive overview of the field of geology and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about the history of the Earth.

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