A Life Of Matthew Fontaine Maury (1888)

By Diana Fontaine Corbin

Book Overview

""A Life of Matthew Fontaine Maury"" is a biography of the renowned American oceanographer and meteorologist, Matthew Fontaine Maury. Written by his great-granddaughter, Diana Fontaine Maury Corbin, the book provides a comprehensive account of Maury's life, from his early years in Virginia to his groundbreaking work in oceanography and meteorology.The book covers Maury's childhood, education, and early career as a naval officer. It also delves into his pioneering work in oceanography, including his creation of the first charts of ocean currents and his development of the ""Wind and Current Chart"" that revolutionized ocean navigation. The book also explores Maury's work in meteorology, including his development of the first weather forecasting system.Throughout the book, Corbin provides insights into Maury's personal life, including his marriage, family, and religious beliefs. She also discusses Maury's political views and his role as a Confederate naval officer during the Civil War.Overall, ""A Life of Matthew Fontaine Maury"" is a fascinating portrait of one of America's most important scientists and innovators. Corbin's detailed research and personal connection to Maury make this a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science and technology in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436737001
• ISBN13: 9781436737005
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"