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Alexander von Humboldt : multiperspective approaches / Gregor C. Falk, Manfred R. Strecker, Simon Schneider, editors.
- Format:
- Book
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Humboldt, Alexander von, 1769-1859.
- Humboldt, Alexander von.
- Life sciences.
- Biological Science Disciplines.
- Medical Subjects:
- Biological Science Disciplines.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource : illustrations (some color)
- Place of Publication:
- Cham : Springer, [2022]
- Contents:
- Part 1: Humboldts integrative scientific approach: Pioneering modern Earth system sciences
- "Through a country we never intended to see" Revisiting The Humboldt renaissance
- Alexander Von Humboldt and earth system science
- Part 2: Humboldts influence on bio-geo-sciences
- Humboldt, biogeography, and the dimension of time
- Revisiting the Chimborazo Volcano Cradle of plant geography
- Part 3: Humboldt, the Earth scientist
- Humboldt's interpretation of the Andean geology
- Part 4: Humboldt, his relevance for contemporary education strategies and the political discourse
- "Should Alexander Von Humboldt be part of contemporary geography education?"
- Alexander Von Humboldt, a liberal ecologist. An essay
- Part 5: Humboldt: Empathic patron, consultant and communicator of science
- The Humboldt paradox: Science communication and mythology
- Indigenous knowledge HumboldtS idea of intercultural understanding
- Humboldts journey to Russia and Siberia in 1829 His dual role as consultant and explorer
- Part 6: An epilogue
- Alexander Von Humboldt: Dilletante of natural history or Oracle of modern science?.
- Notes:
- Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, MI Available via World Wide Web.
- Print version record.
- Local Notes:
- Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the Rosengarten Family Fund.
- Other Format:
- Print version: ALEXANDER VON HUMBOLDT.
- ISBN:
- 9783030940089
- 303094008X
- Publisher Number:
- 99991524243
- Access Restriction:
- Restricted for use by site license.
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