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Alexander von Humboldt : multiperspective approaches / Gregor C. Falk, Manfred R. Strecker, Simon Schneider, editors.

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Book
Contributor:
Falk, Gregor C., editor.
Strecker, Manfred R., editor.
Schneider, Simon, editor.
ProQuest ebook central
Rosengarten Family Fund.
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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