Autobiography and Selected Essays by Thomas Henry Huxley
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"Autobiography and Selected Essays" by Thomas Henry Huxley is a collection of personal reflections and essays written during the late 19th century. The work provides insight into Huxley’s life experiences, scientific philosophy, and educational beliefs, as he explores themes of natural knowledge, the importance of education, and his engagements with various scientific ideas. The essays included reflect a commitment to promoting scientific thought and inquiry as a means to uplift society. The
opening of the book introduces the reader to Huxley's motivations for writing his autobiography, acknowledging the pressure from society to share his life story in an age increasingly focused on public personas. Huxley reflects on his upbringing, touching upon his family's influence, his unconventional education, and his early ambitions. He candidly discusses his challenges and triumphs in pursuit of a scientific career, including his experiences at medical school and on naval expeditions. The portrayal of his formative years highlights his intellectual curiosity and the formative figures in his life that helped shape his thinking, setting the tone for the interconnectedness of his personal narrative with his broader philosophical inquiries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Huxley, Thomas Henry, 1825-1895 |
|---|---|
| Title | Autobiography and Selected Essays |
| Contents | Introduction -- Autobiography -- On the advisableness of improving natural knowledge -- A liberal education -- On a piece of chalk -- The principal subjects of education -- The method of scientific investigation -- On the physical basis of life -- On coral and coral reefs. |
| Credits | Produced by Donald Lainson; David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | Q: Science |
| Subject | Science |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 1315 |
| Release Date | May 3, 2006 |
| Last Update | Nov 5, 2015 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 735 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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