Sir William Dunbar

Sir William Dunbar: The Pioneer Scientist Of Mississippi is a historical biography written by Franklin Lafayette Riley in 1899. The book tells the story of Sir William Dunbar, a Scottish-born scientist who immigrated to the United States in the late 18th century and settled in Natchez, Mississippi. Dunbar was an accomplished naturalist and astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of the natural world and the exploration of the American frontier. The book chronicles Dunbar's life and career, including his work as a surveyor and land speculator, his involvement in the Louisiana Purchase, and his role in the founding of the American Philosophical Society. It also explores his scientific achievements, such as his discovery of the comet now known as Dunbar's Comet, his experiments with electricity and magnetism, and his studies of the flora and fauna of the Mississippi Valley.Throughout the book, Riley paints a vivid portrait of Dunbar as a brilliant and curious individual who was dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and exploring the natural world. He also provides a fascinating glimpse into the early history of the American frontier and the scientific community of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.Overall, Sir William Dunbar: The Pioneer Scientist Of Mississippi is a compelling and informative biography that sheds light on the life and work of an important figure in American science and history.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.