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A History of the Earth and Animated Nature: Illus. with 85 Copperplates Paperback -
by Oliver Goldsmith
About this book
A History of the Earth, and Animated Nature is a fascinating work of natural history. It was first published in 1774 in eight volumes, these volumes brought together a history of the earth with a description of its geographical features and species.
Oliver Goldsmith was a novelist, poet and journalist as well as the author of many works of natural history. He is now best known for his 1766 novel, The Vicar of Wakefield.
First Edition Identification
First published in 1774, A History of the Earth, and Animated Nature was printed in London for J. Nourse, an English bookseller known for his publication of scientific books.
Details
- Title A History of the Earth and Animated Nature: Illus. with 85 Copperplates
- Author Oliver Goldsmith
- Binding Paperback
- Pages 752
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Nabu Press
- Date 7/22/201
- Illustrated Yes
- ISBN 9781173810122 / 1173810129
- Weight 2.91 lbs (1.32 kg)
- Dimensions 9.69 x 7.44 x 1.5 in (24.61 x 18.90 x 3.81 cm)