Simple Curiosity ; Letters from George Gaylord Simpson to His Family, 1921-1970
Language: English
Published by University of California Press, California, 1992
- First Edition
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: Literary Cat Books, Machynlleth, Powys, Wales, United KingdomLiterary Cat Books
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Condition: Used - Very good
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Slight shelfwear.; With plates. Slight shelfwear and speckles on top edge of book block. A revealing glimpse into the private life of one of the 20th century’s most influential evolutionary biologists. Through decades of personal correspondence, Simpson’s intellectual passions, travels, and reflections unfold with warmth and candour. These letters trace his development as a scientist and family man, capturing the curiosity and determination that shaped his pioneering work. A rich, intimate portrait of both a thinker and his times.; 18x26x2 cm; 350 pages.
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- Title
- Simple Curiosity ; Letters from George Gaylord Simpson to His Family, 1921-1970
- Author
- Simpson
- Publisher
- University of California Press, California
- Publication year
- 1992
- Condition
- Very Good
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0520057929
- ISBN 13
- 9780520057920
- Edition
- First Edition.
"Synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
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