The Life And Letters Of Hugh Miller V1

By Peter Bayne

Book Overview

The Life and Letters of Hugh Miller V1 is a biographical book written by Peter Bayne about the life of Hugh Miller, a Scottish geologist, writer, and folklorist. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering Miller's early life, education, and career as a stonemason, while the second volume focuses on his scientific and literary achievements.The book is based on Miller's personal letters, journals, and other writings, as well as interviews with his family and friends. It provides a detailed account of Miller's struggles with poverty, mental illness, and religious doubts, as well as his contributions to geology, paleontology, and the study of Scottish folklore.Throughout the book, Bayne portrays Miller as a complex and multifaceted figure, whose life and work were shaped by his personal experiences and the social and political context of nineteenth-century Scotland. The book also includes illustrations, maps, and other visual aids to help readers understand Miller's scientific and literary achievements.Overall, The Life and Letters of Hugh Miller V1 is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers a fascinating insight into the life and work of one of Scotland's most important intellectuals.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: 1430451033
• ISBN13: 9781430451037
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 440 Pages
• Weight: 1.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"