First Report of the Michigan Academy of Science (Classic Reprint): Covering the Time From the Organization of the Academy in 1894 to June 30, 1899 - Couverture souple

Walter B. Barrows

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1330517318 ISBN 13 : 9781330517314

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover the early years of Michigan science in this official record.

This comprehensive First Report covers the Michigan Academy of Science from its 1894 organization through June 30, 1899, presenting minutes, officer lists, and the papers read at annual meetings. Prepared under the council’s direction, the volume captures the growth of a state scholarly community and its efforts to advance scientific research and teaching.

This edition offers a detailed snapshot of the academy’s work across multiple disciplines—botany, zoology, agriculture, sanitary science, and more. It includes letters of transmittal, organizational history, notes on governance, and a full index of members and papers. Readers will gain insight into early scientific collaboration in Michigan, the topics discussed, and the people who shaped the academy’s direction at the turn of the century.
What you’ll experience

• The founding context and goals of a state science society
• Minutes from key meetings, including organizational steps and policy changes
• Named papers and abstracts presented, across diverse fields
• Lists of members, officers, and by-laws shaping the academy’s structure

Ideal for researchers, students, and history buffs, this edition preserves a pivotal period in Michigan science and education. It’s a solid reference for understanding how regional scientific communities organized, shared findings, and planned surveys and teaching improvements.
Ideal for readers of historical scientific societies and Michigan history.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1330517318
• ISBN 13: 9781330517314
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 189
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