Thomas Henry Huxley: A Sketch Of His Life And Work

By P. Chalmers Mitchell and Peter Chalmers Mitchell

Book Overview

""Thomas Henry Huxley: A Sketch Of His Life And Work"" is a biography of the renowned British scientist and philosopher, Thomas Henry Huxley. Written by P. Chalmers Mitchell, the book offers a comprehensive overview of Huxley's life, from his upbringing in a working-class family to his rise as one of the most influential scientific thinkers of the 19th century. The book explores Huxley's contributions to a range of fields, including biology, geology, and anthropology, and his role in popularizing the theory of evolution. It also delves into Huxley's personal life, including his relationships with his family, his struggles with mental health, and his political activism. Throughout the book, Mitchell provides detailed insights into Huxley's ideas and theories, as well as the broader intellectual and cultural context in which he lived and worked. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources and archival materials, this engaging and informative biography offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of the most important scientific figures of the Victorian era.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: 1162955376
• ISBN13: 9781162955377
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"