Explication De Playfair Sur La Théorie De La Terre Par Hutton, Et Examen Comparatif Des Systèmes Géologiques, Volumes 1-2 [French]

By John Playfair

Explication De Playfair Sur La Th orie De La Terre Par Hutton, Et Examen Comparatif Des Syst mes G ologiques presents John Playfair's insightful explanation of James Hutton's groundbreaking theory of the Earth. This comprehensive two-volume work, originally published in French, delves into Hutton's revolutionary ideas and offers a comparative examination of geological systems.

Playfair's explication clarifies and expands upon Hutton's complex concepts, making them accessible to a wider audience. This edition provides a valuable resource for understanding the history of geological thought and the development of modern Earth sciences. The work meticulously explores the geological formations and processes that shape our planet, and provides a detailed analysis of various geological systems. This historical text remains relevant for scholars and enthusiasts interested in the foundations of geological science and the intellectual debates of the 18th and 19th centuries.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: French
• ISBN: 1143808770
• ISBN13: 9781143808777
• Release Date: February 2010
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 682 Pages
• Weight: 2.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"