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Geology Its Past and Present; Being a Lecture Delivered to the Members of the Glasgow Athenaeum, January 13, 1859 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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It may well seem strange that in Astronomy - a science which deals with bodies so immensely distant from us, that most of them are seen only as specks of light - by far the most important part of all that we now know, was known more than a century and a half ago whereas it is only, as it were, in the present day that we have come to asoer tain the most elementary truths in respect to the history and structure of our own planet. There are, however, considerations which may account for this difference be tween the two departments of knowledge. It has arisen partly from the difference of inducement to inquire into the one, as compared with the inducement to inquire into the other; and partly to the difference in the methods of investigation which the two sciences severally require. As regards inducement - Objects distant and obscure ex cite our wonder far more than objects near and familiar and wonder is the mother of all inquiry. So also, objects which are in motion, all the more if the cause of that motion be invisible, will at once arrest the attention.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. Dive into a captivating journey through the history and science of geology in this enlightening book. The author embarks on an exploration of the Earth's past, revealing the processes that have shaped our planet and the remarkable evolution of life. From the formation of the first rocks to the rise of humans, each chapter unravels a piece of the Earth's intricate history. Discover the significance of fossils and their role in unlocking the mysteries of extinct worlds, while exploring the dynamic interplay between land and sea that has shaped our continents. The book not only illuminates the grandeur of geological phenomena but also delves into the theories that have revolutionized our understanding of the Earth's origins. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone curious about the planet we live on, inspiring awe and fostering a deeper appreciation for the wonders of our natural world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330233856_0
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