Thomas Henry Huxley; A Sketch Of His Life And Work

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Mitchell, P. Chalmers, Sir (Peter Chalmers), 1864-1945

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"THOMAS HENRY HUXLEY: A SKETCH OF HIS LIFE AND WORK" by Sir P. Chalmers Mitchell is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the life and contributions of Thomas Henry Huxley, focusing on his significant impact on biology, education, and philosophical thought during a period when scientific inquiry was undergoing revolutionary changes. The book provides an overview of Huxley's upbringing, education, and professional journey, positioning him as an influential figure in the scientific community. The opening of the volume details Huxley's early life, from his birth in 1825 to his formative school years, illustrating the challenges of his modest background. As the author notes, Huxley faced a lack of privileged education and opportunities, yet he navigated his path with tenacity and a passion for natural sciences. Early experiences in education, along with a burgeoning interest in anatomy and biology, shaped his career. The narrative hints at Huxley's later endeavors, such as his work aboard the HMS Rattlesnake, which set the stage for his critical contributions to evolutionary biology. The text establishes a strong foundation for understanding Huxley's development as a key figure in Victorian science. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, LN Yaddanapudi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was made using scans of public domain works from the University of Michigan Digital Libraries.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 45.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Release date is 2005-10-25