Cosmos 2 Volume Paperback Set: Sketch of a Physical Description of the Universe

Description: Cosmos 2 Volume Paperback Set by Alexander von Humboldt Estimated delivery 4-14 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description Von Humboldts two-volume study represents a significant and important contribution to the general understanding of the physical world in the nineteenth century. Volume 1 explains celestial and terrestrial phenomena, while Volume 2 examines poetic descriptions of nature, landscape painting, and how the physical universe was comprehended through history. Publisher Description Polymath Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859), a self-described scientific traveller, was one of the most respected scientists of his time. Humboldts wanderlust led him across Europe and to South America, Mexico, the U.S. and Russia, and his voyages and observations resulted in the discovery of many species previously unknown to Europeans. Originating as lectures delivered in Berlin and Paris (1827-1828), his two-volume Cosmos: Sketch of a Physical Description of the Universe (1845-1860) represented the culmination of his lifelong interest in understanding the physical world. As Humboldt writes, I ever desired to discern physical phenomena in their widest mutual connection, and to comprehend Nature as a whole, animated and moved by inward forces. Volume 1 explains celestial and terrestrial phenomena, while Volume 2, demonstrating Humboldts interest in representations of the natural world, examines poetic descriptions of nature, landscape painting, and how the physical universe was comprehended through history. Author Biography Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859) embodied the enlightenment ideal as well as anyone in his age. Explorer, courtier, laboratory scientist, he built a lasting reputation on the effectiveness of his methods, the quality of his writings, and the strength of his friendships. Goethe, John C. Fremont, Samuel Morse, and Charles Lyell were among his colleagues. He practically founded the fields of meteorology, oceanography, and seismology. His influence in the United States was immense. As a scientist, he prompted academic leaders to strengthen curricula. As a geographer, he assisted in Americas wes Details ISBN 1108013945 ISBN-13 9781108013949 Title Cosmos 2 Volume Paperback Set Author Alexander von Humboldt Format Hardcover Year 2010 Pages 1010 Publisher Cambridge University Press GE_Item_ID:117137663; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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