Memoir Of Edward Forbes

By Archibald Geikie, George Wilson, George Wilson

Book Overview

Memoir Of Edward Forbes is a book written by George Wilson that provides a detailed account of the life of Edward Forbes, a renowned naturalist and geologist of the 19th century. The book is a comprehensive biography that covers Forbes' childhood, education, career, and contributions to the field of science.The memoir begins with a brief introduction to Forbes' family background and early life. It then moves on to describe his academic pursuits and his fascination with the natural world. The book delves into Forbes' travels across Europe and his extensive research on marine life, which led to the discovery of many new species.The author also provides an insight into Forbes' personal life, including his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. The book discusses Forbes' struggles with health issues and his untimely death at the age of 39.Overall, Memoir Of Edward Forbes is a well-researched and engaging book that sheds light on the life and work of one of the most influential scientists of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science and the natural world.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432548948
• ISBN13: 9781432548940
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 640 Pages
• Weight: 2.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"