Description

""The Beginnings of Natural History in America: An Address"" is a historical book written by George Brown Goode and first published in 1886. The book explores the early history of natural history in America, tracing its roots back to the colonial period and the work of early naturalists such as John Bartram and Benjamin Franklin. Goode discusses the growth of natural history as a discipline in America, including the establishment of museums and scientific societies, and the contributions of notable figures such as Thomas Jefferson and Charles Darwin. The book is a fascinating insight into the development of natural history in America and its impact on scientific knowledge and understanding. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science and the natural world in America.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.