Letters of Alexander Von Humboldt: Written Between the Years 1827 and 1858 to Varnhagen Von Ense (1860)

The book ""Letters of Alexander Von Humboldt: Written Between the Years 1827 and 1858 to Varnhagen Von Ense"" is a collection of letters exchanged between Alexander Von Humboldt, a prominent German naturalist and explorer, and his friend and fellow writer Varnhagen Von Ense. The letters span over three decades, from 1827 to 1858, and provide a fascinating insight into Humboldt's personal and professional life, as well as his thoughts and opinions on a wide range of topics, including science, politics, literature, and art.Throughout the book, readers will get to know Humboldt as a passionate and curious individual, whose scientific discoveries and explorations took him to various parts of the world, including South America, Asia, and Russia. The letters also reveal his deep interest in cultural and intellectual pursuits, as he discusses topics such as poetry, philosophy, and history with his friend.Overall, ""Letters of Alexander Von Humboldt"" offers a unique and intimate glimpse into the life and mind of one of the most influential figures in the history of science and exploration, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the natural world, history, or literature.This Book Is In English.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.