Publisher's Synopsis
""Thomas Chrowder Chamberlin 1843-1928"" is a biographical book written by Willis Bailey about the life and achievements of Thomas Chrowder Chamberlin. Chamberlin was a prominent American geologist, educator, and glaciologist who made significant contributions to the fields of geology and earth science. The book provides a detailed account of Chamberlin's life, including his early years, education, and career as a geologist. It also explores his research on glacial geology and his theories on the origin of the earth and its geological processes. The book delves into Chamberlin's work as an educator, his role in the founding of the University of Chicago, and his tenure as the university's president. The author uses primary sources, including Chamberlin's personal papers and correspondence, to provide a comprehensive and insightful look into the life of this influential scientist and educator. Overall, ""Thomas Chrowder Chamberlin 1843-1928"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science, geology, and higher education in the United States.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.
