Publisher's Synopsis
""Richard Owen: Scotland 1810, Indiana 1890"" is a biographical book written by Victor Lincoln Albjerg. The book narrates the life story of Richard Owen, who was born in Scotland in 1810 and later migrated to the United States. Richard Owen was a prominent figure in the field of natural history, geology, and education. He is known for his contributions to the development of the natural history museum in Indiana, where he served as the first state geologist. The book provides a detailed account of Richard Owen's childhood, education, and career. It describes his early interest in natural history and how he pursued his passion despite facing financial difficulties. The book also highlights Richard Owen's role in the development of the Smithsonian Institution and his contribution to the study of fossils and prehistoric animals.Apart from Richard Owen's professional life, the book also sheds light on his personal life, including his marriage and family. It describes how Richard Owen's dedication to his work often led to conflicts with his family and how he struggled to balance his personal and professional life.Overall, ""Richard Owen: Scotland 1810, Indiana 1890"" is a well-researched and informative book that provides insight into the life of a remarkable figure in the field of natural history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science and 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.
