Biographical Memoir Of Edward Sylvester Morse, 1838-1925: National Academy Of Sciences, V17, No. 1

The book ""Biographical Memoir Of Edward Sylvester Morse, 1838-1925: National Academy Of Sciences, V17, No. 1"" is a biographical account of the life of Edward Sylvester Morse. The book has been authored by Leland Ossian Howard and is published by the National Academy of Sciences. Edward Sylvester Morse was an American zoologist, naturalist, and ethnographer who lived from 1838 to 1925. He was a pioneer in the field of marine biology and made significant contributions to the study of invertebrates. Morse also had a keen interest in Japanese culture and became an expert in Japanese pottery and calligraphy.The book provides a detailed account of Morse's life and his contributions to the field of science. It includes information about his childhood, education, and career as a scientist. The book also discusses Morse's travels and his experiences in Japan, which had a significant impact on his life and work.The author, Leland Ossian Howard, is a renowned American entomologist and is known for his contributions to the study of insects. Howard has written extensively on the history of science and has published several biographical works.Overall, ""Biographical Memoir Of Edward Sylvester Morse, 1838-1925: National Academy Of Sciences, V17, No. 1"" is a comprehensive account of the life and work of Edward Sylvester Morse, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science.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. Read more