Isbn: 9781331832607 - Three-quarters of a Century, (1807 to 1882), Vol. 3: a Retrospect, Written from Documents and Memory in 1882 and the Following Years (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an astute analysis of the unique climate and natural history of the American Southwest in the mid-19th century. The author, in the United States from 1838 to 1885, explores the region's physical geography, seasonal variations, and exceptional weather patterns using detailed observations made during extensive travels. This book contrasts the relatively untamed landscape of the Southwest with that of Europe, describing the behavior of indigenous animals and the efforts of settlers to adapt to the region's distinct environment. It is an important text for scholars and enthusiasts of natural history, climate science, and the environmental history of the United States. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…