"Outlines of the Earth's History: A Popular Study in Physiography" by Nathaniel Southgate Shaler is a journey through the geological ages, designed for newcomers to the world of natural science. It reveals the Earth as a dynamic entity, constantly molded by forces that have also shaped human stories. Challenging old ideas, the book sets forth to fix misunderstandings about the planet's ever-changing nature, contrasting historical views of natural events with today's scientific breakthroughs, highlighting the essential roles of energy, time, and different sciences working together.
Outlines of the Earth's History: A Popular Study in Physiography
By Nathaniel Southgate Shaler
Discover the Earth's ever-changing story, from ancient viewpoints to modern science, and see how our planet's evolution influences humanity.
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About the AuthorNathaniel Southgate Shaler was an American paleontologist and geologist who wrote extensively on the theological and scientific implications of the theory of evolution, whose work is now considered scientific racism.
Nathaniel Southgate Shaler was an American paleontologist and geologist who wrote extensively on the theological and scientific implications of the theory of evolution, whose work is now considered scientific racism.
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