Publisher's Synopsis
The book titled ""The Chicago Academy of Sciences: Historical Sketch of the Academy (1902)"" is written by William Kerr Higley. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Chicago Academy of Sciences, which was founded in 1857. The author has written this book to provide a comprehensive and detailed overview of the Academy's history, its founders, and its role in promoting scientific education and research in Chicago.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of the Academy's history. The first chapter provides an introduction to the Academy's founding and early years, while subsequent chapters discuss the Academy's growth, its role in promoting scientific research and education, and its contributions to the development of the natural sciences in Chicago.The author has also included detailed information about the Academy's collections, which include specimens of plants, animals, and fossils. He has also discussed the Academy's role in promoting the study of geology, astronomy, and other scientific fields.Overall, ""The Chicago Academy of Sciences: Historical Sketch of the Academy (1902)"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science and education in Chicago. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the development of the natural sciences in the city and the important role played by the Chicago Academy of Sciences in promoting scientific research and education.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
