About this title: "Humboldt's Cosmos" tells the story of German naturalist Alexander Von Humboldt--an extraordinary man who was equal parts Einstein and Livingstone--and of the adventure that defined his life.
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Description: Good. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. Shipped to over one million happy customers. Your purchase benefits world literacy! read more
Description: Good. 1592400523 Former library item may have library binding and show stamps, stickers or other marks. Items not meeting quality expectations may be returned. Due to the large scale of our operation, we do not have access to the specific contents/condition of our items. read more
Description: Fine. NO JUNK book is brand new, remainder, dj brand new has some shelfwear, no other marks, tears, or creases, next day ship in jiffy envelope. read more
Edition: Remainder Mark/unread
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Gotham Books, New York, New York, U.S. A
Date Published: 2004
ISBN-13:9781592400522ISBN:1592400523
Description: New/As New. 1592400523 Alexander Von Humboldt and the Latin American Journey That Changed the Way We See the World-From 1799 to 1804 German naturalist and adventurer Alexander von Humboldt conducted the first extensive scientific exploration of Latin America. At the completion of his arduous 6, 000-mile journey, he was feted by Thomas Jefferson and presented to Napoleon, and, with the subsequent publication of his findings, he would be hailed as the greatest scientific genius of his age. ... read more
Description: New in New jacket. pp. 358. Alexander von Humboldt was the reigning scientific mind of the early 19th cent., a unique combination of naturalist & adventurer. He cut a 6, 000-mile swath across the New World. Risking his life in treacherous terrain, he conducted the first extensive scientific explorations of the Andes & the Amazon, literally redrawing the map of the Americas & expanding our knowledge of the natural world & the cultures of the Aztecs & the Incas. Humboldt became one of the most ... read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Gotham
Date Published: 2004-04-12
ISBN-13:9781592400522ISBN:1592400523
Description: Good. First Edition. No markings in the text. Binding is sound but spine is slightly slanted. Edges of dust jacket have a couple small closed tears. We are a Christian and family owned bookstore. A portion of all proceeds help support Christian missions. Thank you for helping spread the gospel. Priority mail available and books are safely and securely packages. Curteousy shipping e-mail with delivery confirmation. read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Gotham Books
Date Published: 2004
ISBN-13:9781592400522ISBN:1592400523
Description: The well-told story of Humboldt's scientific exploration of South America. 358 pp. Hardbound. Remainder stripe on bottom edge, otherwise new and unmarked book and dustjacket. read more
Description: Good. 1592400523 Good condition. May have some markings & or shelfwear. All pages intact. Used items may not include extras such as infotrac, CD or other web access codes. read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: New York, Gotham Books,
Date Published: 2004.
ISBN-13:9781592400522ISBN:1592400523
Description: A detailed historical examination concerning the explorative endeavours of world renowned Prussian maratime explorer of Central and South America and naturalist Alexander Von Homboldt, (1769-1859) xxiv, 358p., maps, illus., facsimiles, bibl., index, boards. read more
Edition: First Edition (1st printing)
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Gotham Books, New York, New York, U.S.A.
Date Published: 2004
ISBN-13:9781592400522ISBN:1592400523
Description: As New in As New jacket. 16mo-over 5¾"-6¾" tall. This is a New and Unread copy of the first edition (1st printing)l. read more
Edition: First Edition
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Gotham, [New York]
Date Published: 2004
ISBN-13:9781592400522ISBN:1592400523
Description: Fine condition in a fine dust jacket. Bound in the publisher's original quarter cloth and paper covered boards with the spine stamped in copper. Remainder mark to the bottom edge. read more
Description: Fine in fine dust jacket. Glued binding. Paper over boards. With dust jacket. 358 p. Contains: Illustrations. Audience: General/trade. read more
Description: New. 1592400523 Absolutely Brand New. No marks and in pristine condition. Used items may not include extras such as infotrac, CD or other web access codes. read more
"I have always been fascinated by the naturalists and their travels during the 1800's. This book chronicles the historic travels and writings of Humboldt, and relates his discoveries to other great scientists of the time such as Darwin. It also describes some of the sights and adventures of Humboldt that he describes in his writings. An easy and interesting read for anyone interested in science and the history of nature."
"Nice, readable overview with lots of quotes from original sources. I don't think I could read the actual writings from Humboldt which he published to wide acclaim in his lifetime; his style is too laborious. But the story of his adventures and discoveries is incredible. This author points out many firsts that Humboldt discovered which have now been assimilated into scientific thought that is used today."
"This is a great book about Alexander Humboldt's voyage in 1799 -1804 to northern South America, Mexico and Cuba. He did a great deal of scientific work -- geography, ecology, geology, anthropology, all in an integrated way. The voyage ended with him visiting Jefferson in Washington just after Jefferson sent Lewis and Clark off on their voyage, which in many ways was similar to Humboldt's. In the first half of the nineteenth century, Humboldt was world famous as a result of his explorations, and he deserved to be.
I wish only that the book had been longer and gone into more detail about Humboldt's experiences."
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