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Title: Thomas Henry Huxley; A Sketch Of His Life And Work

Note: Reading ease score: 45.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.

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Summary: "THOMAS HENRY HUXLEY: A SKETCH OF HIS LIFE AND WORK" by Sir P. Chalmers Mitchell is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the life and contributions of Thomas Henry Huxley, focusing on his significant impact on biology, education, and philosophical thought during a period when scientific inquiry was undergoing revolutionary changes. The book provides an overview of Huxley's upbringing, education, and professional journey, positioning him as an influential figure in the scientific community. The opening of the volume details Huxley's early life, from his birth in 1825 to his formative school years, illustrating the challenges of his modest background. As the author notes, Huxley faced a lack of privileged education and opportunities, yet he navigated his path with tenacity and a passion for natural sciences. Early experiences in education, along with a burgeoning interest in anatomy and biology, shaped his career. The narrative hints at Huxley’s later endeavors, such as his work aboard the HMS Rattlesnake, which set the stage for his critical contributions to evolutionary biology. The text establishes a strong foundation for understanding Huxley’s development as a key figure in Victorian science. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Mitchell, P. Chalmers (Peter Chalmers), Sir, 1864-1945

EBook No.: 16935

Published: Oct 25, 2005

Downloads: 121

Language: English

Subject: Huxley, Thomas Henry, 1825-1895

LoCC: Science: Natural history

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Thomas Henry Huxley; A Sketch Of His Life And Work

Note: Reading ease score: 45.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, LN Yaddanapudi and
the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was made using scans of
public domain works from the University of Michigan Digital
Libraries.)

Summary: "THOMAS HENRY HUXLEY: A SKETCH OF HIS LIFE AND WORK" by Sir P. Chalmers Mitchell is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the life and contributions of Thomas Henry Huxley, focusing on his significant impact on biology, education, and philosophical thought during a period when scientific inquiry was undergoing revolutionary changes. The book provides an overview of Huxley's upbringing, education, and professional journey, positioning him as an influential figure in the scientific community. The opening of the volume details Huxley's early life, from his birth in 1825 to his formative school years, illustrating the challenges of his modest background. As the author notes, Huxley faced a lack of privileged education and opportunities, yet he navigated his path with tenacity and a passion for natural sciences. Early experiences in education, along with a burgeoning interest in anatomy and biology, shaped his career. The narrative hints at Huxley’s later endeavors, such as his work aboard the HMS Rattlesnake, which set the stage for his critical contributions to evolutionary biology. The text establishes a strong foundation for understanding Huxley’s development as a key figure in Victorian science. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Mitchell, P. Chalmers (Peter Chalmers), Sir, 1864-1945

EBook No.: 16935

Published: Oct 25, 2005

Downloads: 121

Language: English

Subject: Huxley, Thomas Henry, 1825-1895

LoCC: Science: Natural history

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.