Biographical Memoir Of James Dwight Dana, 1813-1895 (1919) - Louis Valentine Pirsson - Bog

The Biographical Memoir of James Dwight Dana, 1813-1895 is a book written by Louis Valentine Pirsson and published in 1919. The book is a detailed account of the life and achievements of James Dwight Dana, an American geologist, mineralogist, and zoologist. The book covers Dana's early life, education, and career, including his time as a professor at Yale University. It also explores his numerous scientific contributions, including his work on mineralogy, geology, and the study of volcanoes. Pirsson delves into Dana's personal life as well, including his marriage to Henrietta Silliman, his travels around the world, and his interactions with other notable scientists of his time. The book is a comprehensive and informative biography of one of the most important American scientists of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science and the life of James Dwight Dana.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.