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OverviewFirst published in 1894, this biography details the life of renowned geologist William Buckland (1784–1856) who, along with Sedgwick and Lyell, was one of the pioneers of modern geological inquiry. While he is better known for attempting to correlate his geological findings with the Old Testament, Buckland's studies paved the way for Darwin's development of evolutionary theory. In the course of his illustrious career, Buckland was a Canon of Christ Church, was twice appointed President of the Geological Society, served as the first President of the British Association, and became Dean of Westminster. Penned by Buckland's daughter almost forty years after his death, The Life and Correspondence provides a more personal insight into Buckland's scientific endeavours. Gordon's biography is complemented by several illustrations, and the appendices include an extensive list of positions held by Buckland and his membership of learned societies, and a complete index of his publications. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Elizabeth Oke Gordon , William BucklandPublisher: Cambridge University Press Imprint: Cambridge University Press (Virtual Publishing) ISBN: 9780511694899ISBN 10: 051169489 Publication Date: 05 November 2011 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Undefined Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsPreface W. Boyd Dawkins; 1. 1784–1808; 2. 1808–1822; 3. 1822–1824; 4. 1825–1830; 5. 1831–1841; 6. 1839–1845; 7. Landslip at Axmouth, 1839; 8. The Bridgewater Treatise on 'Geology and Mineralogy considered with reference to Natural Theology'; 9. Life at Westminster; 10. The garden at Islip; Appendix; Index.ReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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