History Of The Yorkshire Geological And Polytechnic Society, 1837-1887 With Biographical Notices Of Some Of Its Members (1889)

""History of the Yorkshire Geological and Polytechnic Society, 1837-1887: With Biographical Notices of Some of Its Members"" is a book written by James William Davis and published in 1889. The book is a comprehensive account of the formation, growth, and activities of the Yorkshire Geological and Polytechnic Society over a period of 50 years. It contains detailed information about the society's members, their contributions, and achievements in the fields of geology and technology. The book also includes biographical sketches of some of the prominent members of the society, providing an insight into their personal and professional lives. The author has used primary sources such as the society's minute books, reports, and correspondence to provide an accurate and detailed account of the society's history. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the Yorkshire Geological and Polytechnic Society, as well as the development of geology and technology in the region during the 19th century.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.