Aspects of nature, in different lands and different climates (Vol. 2 of 2)

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Author Humboldt, Alexander von, 1769-1859
Translator Sabine, Elizabeth Juliana, 1807-1879
Title Aspects of nature, in different lands and different climates (Vol. 2 of 2)
with scientific elucidations
Original Publication United Kingdom: Longman, Brown, Green, and Longmans,1849.
Credits Henry Flower and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "Aspects of Nature, in Different Lands and Different Climates" (Vol. 2) by Alexander von Humboldt is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This work delves into the distribution and characteristics of life across various ecosystems, documenting the author's extensive observations of both flora and fauna in diverse environments. Humboldt's comprehensive approach connects the intricacies of nature with broader themes of climate, geography, and human civilization. The opening of the volume illuminates Humboldt's deep interest in the omnipresence of life, even in extreme conditions, such as high altitudes and polar regions. He discusses the fascinating survival of various organisms, from birds and insects thriving at high elevations to the microscopic life carried by the winds and contributing to ecosystems in unexpected ways. Through vivid descriptions and scientific inquiries, Humboldt sets the stage for a broader examination of how life interacts with and adapts to different climates and terrains. This portion establishes a foundation for understanding the relationship between nature and human society, highlighting the profound influence of the natural world on culture and civilization throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class Q: Science
Subject Science
Subject South America -- Description and travel
Subject Physical geography
Subject Plant morphology
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EBook-No. 68953
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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