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_aBarrett, W. G. _q(William Garland), _d1812-1865 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aGeological facts; or, the crust of the earth, what it is, and what are its uses |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2023 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2023-11-12 | ||
| 508 | _aRichard Tonsing, Charlene Taylor, Bryan Ness, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.) | ||
| 520 | _a"Geological Facts; or, The Crust of the Earth, What It Is, and What Are Its Uses" by the Rev. W. G. Barrett is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the geological structure of the Earth, focusing on the formation, composition, and economic significance of different types of rocks. Barrett aims to kindle interest in geology among his readers, particularly young ladies, serving as a precursor to more advanced studies in this field. The opening of the book sets the stage for an exploration of geology by first establishing a philosophical context related to the awe of the natural world. Barrett recounts how the impetus for writing the book came from a geological class he formed in his town, inspiring him to document the knowledge shared in that setting. He emphasizes the harmony between science and scripture, aiming to reconcile doubts regarding geology with religious beliefs. By describing the Earth’s crust as a historical tapestry formed through various geological processes, Barrett invites readers to appreciate both its natural beauty and inherent value, encouraging them to delve deeper into the subject. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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_pOriginally published: _cUnited Kingdom: Arthur Hall, Virtue, & co., 1855 |
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