The Invention of Nature
Alexander von Humboldt's New World
Andrea Wulf
Discover the life of Alexander von Humboldt, a visionary German naturalist whose ideas changed the way we see the world. Andrea Wulf explores his expeditions, discoveries, and revolutionary vision of nature as a global force interconnected with humankind. Humboldt's writings inspired poets like Wordsworth, naturalists like Darwin, and preservationists like Muir. With compelling writing and research, Wulf champions a renewed interest in this forgotten player in environmental history and science.
Publish Date
2015-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
2015-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
4.31
ISBN
9780345806291
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Recommendations
3
Recommendations
2022-09-16T22:05:01.000Z
This is a view of Chimborazo in 1810 as recorded by the greatest geographer in history (bold claim, I know...) Alexander von Humboldt. I love reading about his life.
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Must read book on Humboldt: – source2021-04-09T16:25:08.000Z
Just finished “The Invention of Nature” by @andrea_wulf - EXCELLENT BOOK! How had I not heard of Alexander von Humboldt? – source2015-09-13T16:35:00.000Z
Excellent Q&A with @andrea_wulf on her masterful book revealing Alexander von Humboldt's trans-disciplinary genius. – source