Life of a Scotch Naturalist: Thomas Edward

By Samuel Smiles

Book Overview

The Life of a Scotch Naturalist: Thomas Edward is a biographical book written by Samuel Smiles. The book tells the story of Thomas Edward, a Scottish naturalist who lived in the 19th century. Edward was a self-taught scientist who had a deep passion for the natural world. He had a keen eye for detail and was able to observe and document the behavior of various animals and plants in his local environment.The book describes Edward's early life, his struggles with poverty, and his eventual success as a naturalist. It also covers his many achievements, including his discovery of new species and his contributions to the field of marine biology. Edward's life was not without its challenges, and the book also explores his battles with illness and his difficult relationships with some of his colleagues.Throughout the book, Smiles portrays Edward as a dedicated and passionate scientist who was driven by his love of nature. The Life of a Scotch Naturalist: Thomas Edward is a fascinating and inspiring read for anyone interested in the natural world or the history of science.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: 1417953829
• ISBN13: 9781417953820
• Release Date: May 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"