David Starr Jordan

Broschiertes Buch

California and the Californians

Beschreibung

Discover the history and culture of California through the eyes of renowned naturalist and educator David Starr Jordan. Covering topics such as native tribes, Spanish colonization, the Gold Rush era, and modern industrialization, this comprehensive volume provides a fascinating look at the people and events that have shaped the Golden State. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

David Starr Jordan (1851-1931) was a renowned American ichthyologist, educator, eugenicist, and peace activist. He served as the first president of Stanford University, shaping the institution's early years and academic focus. Born in Gainesville, New York, Jordan graduated from Cornell University and later obtained a medical degree from the Indiana Medical College. His academic pursuits shifted toward natural sciences, leading him to become a prominent figure in ichthyology, describing hundreds of fish species. Jordan's literary contributions extend to various subjects, including education and philosophy; however, his significant work, 'California and the Californians' (1903), offers a vivid portrayal of California's landscape, culture, and society during the early 20th century. The book reflects Jordan's keen observations and provides a snapshot of the challenges and ambitions that faced Californians at the dawn of a new century. His literary style, informative yet engaging, reveals the depth of his scholarship and his ability to communicate complex ideas to a broad audience. Despite his profound impact on academia and natural sciences, Jordan's legacy is complicated by his staunch advocacy for eugenics, a belief that tainted his otherwise notable contributions to science and society.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 46
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 77g
• ISBN-13: 9781022733114
• ISBN-10: 1022733117
• Artikelnr.: 69978454