Memoir Of George Brown Goode, 1851-1896 (1897)

Memoir Of George Brown Goode, 1851-1896 is a biographical work written by Samuel Pierpont Langley and published in 1897. The book is a detailed account of the life and achievements of George Brown Goode, a prominent American zoologist and museum curator who made significant contributions to the field of fishery biology.The memoir begins with Goode's early life and education, tracing his journey from a young boy growing up in New York to his studies at Wesleyan University and later at Harvard University. Langley provides insights into Goode's personality, interests, and intellectual pursuits, highlighting his passion for natural history and his dedication to scientific research.The book then delves into Goode's professional career, focusing on his work as a curator at the United States National Museum (now known as the Smithsonian Institution) and his role in the development of fishery biology as a scientific discipline. Langley describes Goode's many accomplishments, including his contributions to the study of fish migration, the development of fish hatcheries, and the establishment of marine laboratories.Throughout the memoir, Langley provides a rich and detailed portrait of Goode, drawing on letters, diaries, and other primary sources to paint a vivid picture of his life and work. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American science and the contributions of one of its most important figures.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.