The American Museum Of Natural History

The American Museum of Natural History: Its Origin, Its History, The Growth of Its Departments to December 31, 1909 is a comprehensive account of the founding and development of one of the most renowned museums in the world. Written by Henry Fairfield Osborn, a prominent American paleontologist and the museum's fourth president, the book provides a detailed history of the institution from its inception in the mid-19th century to the end of the first decade of the 20th century. The book begins with an overview of the museum's origins, including the vision of its founders and the early challenges they faced in establishing a natural history museum in New York City. Osborn then delves into the museum's growth over the years, exploring the development of its various departments and collections, including anthropology, botany, geology, and zoology. Throughout the book, Osborn provides insights into the museum's key figures, including its directors, curators, and donors, and their contributions to its success. He also discusses the museum's role in scientific research and education, as well as its impact on the broader cultural landscape of New York City and the United States. Overall, The American Museum of Natural History: Its Origin, Its History, The Growth of Its Departments to December 31, 1909 is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of museums, natural history, and American culture.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.