The Life, Travels And Books Of Alexander Von Humboldt (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432547219)

""The Life, Travels And Books Of Alexander Von Humboldt"" by Bayard Taylor is a comprehensive biography of the renowned German naturalist, explorer, and scientist Alexander Von Humboldt. The book details the life of Humboldt, from his early days in Berlin to his expeditions to South America, Central America, and the United States. It also explores his scientific contributions, including his work on the Earth's magnetic field and his studies of plant and animal life. Taylor's account of Humboldt's travels provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures he encountered, and the book includes numerous illustrations and maps. In addition, Taylor delves into Humboldt's literary output, which includes over 30 volumes of scientific and travel writing. Overall, ""The Life, Travels And Books Of Alexander Von Humboldt"" is a fascinating and detailed exploration of one of the most influential figures in the history of science and exploration. It offers a glimpse into the life and work of a man who helped shape our understanding of the natural world and inspired generations of scientists and adventurers.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.

Author: Bayard Taylor
ISBN-10: 1432547216
ISBN-13: 9781432547219
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/10/2007
Pages: 504
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.61lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.12d