Life And Letters Of Peter And Susan Lesley V1 (1909)

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Book Overview

The book ""Life and Letters of Peter and Susan Lesley V1"" was written by Mary Lesley Ames and published in 1909. It is a biographical account of the lives of Peter and Susan Lesley, a husband and wife who were both prominent figures in the fields of geology and paleontology in the 19th century. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering Peter Lesley's life and the second volume covering Susan Lesley's life.The book provides a detailed account of the Lesleys' personal and professional lives, including their education, careers, and accomplishments. It also includes a collection of their correspondence, providing insight into their thoughts and feelings on various topics.Peter Lesley was a geologist and paleontologist who worked for the Pennsylvania Geological Survey and the United States Geological Survey. He was also a professor at the University of Pennsylvania and a member of various scientific organizations. Susan Lesley was an accomplished writer and editor who worked for the American Journal of Science and other publications. She was also involved in various social and philanthropic organizations.Overall, ""Life and Letters of Peter and Susan Lesley V1"" provides a comprehensive look at the lives of two important figures in the history of geology and paleontology, as well as a glimpse into the scientific and social landscape of the 19th century.In Two Volumes.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: 116413695X
• ISBN13: 9781164136958
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 564 Pages
• Weight: 1.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"