William Henry Willcox: A Sketch

By George Herbert Palmer

Book Overview

""William Henry Willcox: A Sketch"" is a book written by George Herbert Palmer that provides a comprehensive overview of the life and accomplishments of William Henry Willcox. Willcox was a prominent figure in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for his contributions to the fields of geology and geography.The book begins by detailing Willcox's early life and education, including his time at Harvard University where he studied under the renowned geologist Nathaniel Shaler. It then goes on to explore his various expeditions and research projects, which took him all over the world and earned him a reputation as one of the leading experts in his field.Palmer also delves into Willcox's personal life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues, as well as his struggles with health issues later in life. Throughout the book, Palmer highlights Willcox's many achievements, including his work on the geology of the Grand Canyon and his role in founding the National Geographic Society.Overall, ""William Henry Willcox: A Sketch"" provides a fascinating look at the life of an important figure in the history of geology and geography, and is a must-read for anyone interested in these fields.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: 1432652745
• ISBN13: 9781432652746
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"