Letters of Asa Gray; Vol. 1 by Asa Gray
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About this eBook
| Author | Gray, Asa, 1810-1888 |
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| Editor | Gray, Jane Loring, 1821-1909 |
| Title | Letters of Asa Gray; Vol. 1 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Letters of Asa Gray; Vol. 1" by Asa Gray is a collection of personal letters and autobiographical fragments written in the late 19th century. This compilation offers a detailed glimpse into Gray's life as a botanist, focusing on his early years, influences, and the evolution of his scientific career. The letters reveal his struggles, achievements, and relationships with contemporaneous scientists, providing context for his significant contributions to botany. The opening of the work sets the stage for Asa Gray's life journey, beginning with a brief genealogy of his family and early childhood experiences, including his education and budding interest in botany. He reflects on his formative years, discussing how his limited formal education was enriched by a voracious appetite for reading and scientific exploration. His correspondence reveals his professional aspirations and determination to carve out a niche in the rapidly developing field of natural history, all while navigating personal setbacks and societal expectations. This early narrative forms a rich backdrop for Gray's later scientific endeavors, showcasing the intersections of passion, education, and perseverance. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QK: Science: Botany |
| Subject | Gray, Asa, 1810-1888 -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Botanists -- United States -- Correspondence |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55986 |
| Release Date | Nov 17, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 85 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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