Biographical Account of James Hutton, M. D. F. R. S. Ed |
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Author:
| Playfair, John |
Series title: | Cambridge Library Collection - Earth Science Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-1-108-07250-2 |
Publication Date: | Jun 2011 |
Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | AUD $32.95 |
Book Description:
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James Hutton (1726-1797) was an eminent Scottish scientist known chiefly for his work in geology. Hutton's work spanned the disciplines of medicine, agriculture and meteorology. This chronicle of Hutton's life by his friend John Playfair, first published in 1805, covers his academic career and forays into agriculture and business.
James Hutton (1726-1797) was an eminent Scottish scientist known chiefly for his work in geology. Hutton's work spanned the disciplines of medicine, agriculture and meteorology. This chronicle of Hutton's life by his friend John Playfair, first published in 1805, covers his academic career and forays into agriculture and business.