Bøger af Herman Le Roy Fairchild

This comprehensive history of the New York Academy of Sciences provides a detailed account of the institution's founding, growth, and contributions to scientific research and public education.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

""A History Of The New York Academy Of Sciences: Formerly The Lyceum Of Natural History"" is a comprehensive account of the evolution of the New York Academy of Sciences, which was originally known as the Lyceum of Natural History. Written by Herman Le Roy Fairchild, this book traces the organization's origins back to the early 19th century and charts its growth through the decades. The book covers the Academy's role in scientific research, education, and public outreach, as well as its contributions to the advancement of various fields of study, including biology, geology, astronomy, and psychology. The author also explores the Academy's relationship with other scientific institutions and its impact on the broader scientific community. Through a combination of historical research and personal anecdotes, Fairchild paints a vivid picture of the Academy's rich history and enduring legacy. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of science in America and the role of scientific institutions in shaping our understanding of 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.

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