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Title: Life and Letters of Thomas Henry Huxley — Volume 3
Note: Reading ease score: 63.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: This eBook was produced by Sue Asscher
Summary: "Life and Letters of Thomas Henry Huxley — Volume 3" by Leonard Huxley is a biographical account documenting the life and work of the prominent scientist Thomas Henry Huxley, likely written in the late 19th century. This volume continues to explore Huxley's contributions to science and education, focusing on his health struggles alongside his efforts to advocate for technical and industrial education in England. The opening of this volume details the year 1887, reflecting on Huxley's declining health and his ongoing professional commitments amidst periods of illness. Correspondences with various notable figures showcase his advocacy for the establishment of institutions promoting technical education, illustrating his belief in the relationship between science and industry. Huxley passionately argues for the necessity of organizing education and industry to maintain England's competitive edge, expressing concerns about the challenges posed by international competition. His letters reveal not only his dedication to science but also his personal vulnerabilities, contrasting his public persona with his private struggles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Huxley, Thomas Henry, 1825-1895
Editor: Huxley, Leonard, 1860-1933
EBook No.: 5799
Published: May 1, 2004
Downloads: 64
Language: English
Subject: Naturalists -- England -- Biography
Subject: Huxley, Thomas Henry, 1825-1895
LoCC: Science: Natural history
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Life and Letters of Thomas Henry Huxley — Volume 3
Note: Reading ease score: 63.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: This eBook was produced by Sue Asscher
Summary: "Life and Letters of Thomas Henry Huxley — Volume 3" by Leonard Huxley is a biographical account documenting the life and work of the prominent scientist Thomas Henry Huxley, likely written in the late 19th century. This volume continues to explore Huxley's contributions to science and education, focusing on his health struggles alongside his efforts to advocate for technical and industrial education in England. The opening of this volume details the year 1887, reflecting on Huxley's declining health and his ongoing professional commitments amidst periods of illness. Correspondences with various notable figures showcase his advocacy for the establishment of institutions promoting technical education, illustrating his belief in the relationship between science and industry. Huxley passionately argues for the necessity of organizing education and industry to maintain England's competitive edge, expressing concerns about the challenges posed by international competition. His letters reveal not only his dedication to science but also his personal vulnerabilities, contrasting his public persona with his private struggles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Huxley, Thomas Henry, 1825-1895
Editor: Huxley, Leonard, 1860-1933
EBook No.: 5799
Published: May 1, 2004
Downloads: 64
Language: English
Subject: Naturalists -- England -- Biography
Subject: Huxley, Thomas Henry, 1825-1895
LoCC: Science: Natural history
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.