Life of Elie Metchnikoff, 1845-1916 by Olga Metchnikoff

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Author Metchnikoff, Olga
Author of introduction, etc. Lankester, E. Ray (Edwin Ray), Sir, 1847-1929
LoC No. 21027472
Uniform Title Vie d'Elie Metchnikoff. English
Title Life of Elie Metchnikoff, 1845-1916
Credits E-text prepared by Charlene Taylor, Norbert Müller, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/American Libraries (https://archive.org/details/americana)
Summary "Life of Elie Metchnikoff, 1845-1916" by Olga Metchnikoff is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The work chronicles the life of Elie Metchnikoff, a pioneering scientist renowned for his contributions to immunology and the development of the theory of phagocytosis. Olga Metchnikoff, who was closely associated with Elie, provides a detailed and affectionate portrayal of his life, career, and personal philosophy, emphasizing his dedication to scientific inquiry over personal advancement. The opening of the biography sets the stage for Elie Metchnikoff's early life in the rural province of Little Russia, exploring his family background and formative experiences. Olga begins with vivid descriptions of Panassovka, depicting the family's country life, resources, and dynamics. The narrative highlights the influence of his parents and immediate surroundings on his development, characterized by themes of curiosity, emotional sensitivity, and a profound interest in nature and science. Through stories of Elie's childhood and upbringing, readers gain insight into the early foundations of his character and the motivations that would drive him toward a future in biological research. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QH: Science: Natural history
Subject Metchnikoff, Elie, 1845-1916
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