Cosmos: A Sketch of a Physical Description of the Universe V3 1858 is a book written by Alexander von Humboldt, a renowned German naturalist and explorer. It is the third volume in his series on the physical description of the universe, and was originally published in 1858. This book is a comprehensive exploration of the natural world, covering topics such as astronomy, geology, botany, and zoology. It is a detailed account of von Humboldt's observations and research, and is considered a landmark work in the field of ...
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Cosmos: A Sketch of a Physical Description of the Universe V3 1858 is a book written by Alexander von Humboldt, a renowned German naturalist and explorer. It is the third volume in his series on the physical description of the universe, and was originally published in 1858. This book is a comprehensive exploration of the natural world, covering topics such as astronomy, geology, botany, and zoology. It is a detailed account of von Humboldt's observations and research, and is considered a landmark work in the field of natural science. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the universe. The first chapter explores the nature of the stars and the structure of the universe, while the second chapter delves into the study of the earth and its geological history. Subsequent chapters cover topics such as the distribution of plants and animals, the principles of magnetism and electricity, and the relationship between climate and vegetation. Throughout the book, von Humboldt emphasizes the interconnectedness of all natural phenomena, and highlights the importance of studying the natural world in its entirety rather than focusing on individual elements in isolation. His writing is characterized by a poetic and philosophical tone, and he frequently draws on literary and historical references to illustrate his points. Overall, Cosmos: A Sketch of a Physical Description of the Universe V3 1858 is a seminal work in the field of natural science, and remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of the natural world.Three of Five Volumes. Translated By E.C. Otte, B.H. Paul and W.S. Dallas. Bohn's Scientific Library. 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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