Memoir Of John Stevens Henslow (1862)

Memoir of John Stevens Henslow is a biographical work written by Leonard Jenyns in 1862. The book chronicles the life and accomplishments of John Stevens Henslow, a renowned British botanist and geologist who played a significant role in the scientific community during the 19th century. Henslow was a professor at Cambridge University and a mentor to Charles Darwin, who he taught and inspired to pursue a career in natural history. The memoir covers Henslow's early life, education, and career, as well as his contributions to the fields of botany and geology. It also explores his personal life, including his marriage and family, and his involvement in the church. The book provides a fascinating insight into the life of one of the most influential scientists of his time and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in 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.