Essays on Museums (Classic Reprint): And Other Subjects Connected With Natural History - Couverture souple

William Henry Flower

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1330901681 ISBN 13 : 9781330901687

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Exploring the world of museums and natural history, this collection gathers thoughtful essays and addresses on how museums shape science and public understanding. It spans practical guidance, historical perspective, and reflections on the people who have advanced the subject.

From the nuts-and-bolts of organizing a natural history museum to the broader aims of public instruction, the book presents a sequence of topics that show how museums can educate, inspire, and preserve tangible records of local and global life. It also includes biographical notices of prominent contemporaries and discussion of how collections, labels, catalogues, and exhibitions contribute to advancing science.

• Groundwork on museum organization, collection arrangement, labeling, and instructional use.


• Case studies of local, school, and boys’ museums, with ideas for maintenance and staffing.


• Examination of notable museums and institutions, plus reflections on the role of museums in science and education.


• Contextual essays on zoology, anthropology, paleontology, and other natural history topics as they relate to museum practice.

Ideal for readers interested in museum history, science education, and the cultural role of natural history collections.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1330901681
• ISBN 13: 9781330901687
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 418
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