Fragments of Earth Lore: Sketches & Addresses Geological and Geographical by Geikie
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| Author | Geikie, James, 1839-1915 |
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| LoC No. | 05012332 |
| Title | Fragments of Earth Lore: Sketches & Addresses Geological and Geographical |
| Note | Reading ease score: 52.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Fragments of Earth Lore: Sketches & Addresses Geological and Geographical" by James Geikie is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work is a collection of essays and addresses that primarily explore geological and geographical themes, specifically focusing on the history of glacial periods and the characteristics of the Earth’s surface features. With detailed discussions on topics such as the physical features of Scotland, the origins of mountains, and the interrelationship between geography and geology, the book serves as an illuminating resource for those interested in understanding the planet's physical history. The opening of the work begins with a preface where Geikie sets the context for the essays, stating that they are compiled pieces originally prepared for different purposes, hence containing some repetition. He expresses a desire to convey the integration of geological knowledge with geographical understanding, emphasizing that true comprehension of surface features requires familiarity with geological principles. Furthermore, he introduces the initial chapter, which underscores the importance of geography in education and outlines the scope of the subsequent essays. Geikie critiques past educational methods while advocating for a more engaging approach that intertwines geography, history, and natural sciences to foster a better understanding of the physical world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QE: Science: Geology |
| Subject | Geology |
| Subject | Glacial epoch |
| Subject | Climatology |
| Subject | Physical geography -- Scotland |
| Subject | Geology -- Europe |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47119 |
| Release Date | Oct 14, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 76 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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