Life and Letters of Sir Joseph Prestwich (1899)

The Life and Letters of Sir Joseph Prestwich is a biographical account of the life and achievements of Sir Joseph Prestwich, a renowned geologist and paleontologist of the 19th century. The book, written by Grace Anne Milne M'Call Prestwich, his wife, was first published in 1899. The book begins with a brief introduction to Sir Joseph Prestwich's early life, education, and family background. It then delves into his career as a geologist, highlighting his contributions to the study of the geology of England and France. The book also covers his work in paleontology, including his discovery of the earliest known human remains in England.In addition to his scientific achievements, the book also provides insight into Prestwich's personal life, including his marriage to Grace Anne Milne M'Call and his relationships with other prominent scientists of his time, such as Charles Darwin and Sir Charles Lyell.The Life and Letters of Sir Joseph Prestwich is a comprehensive account of the life and work of a significant figure in the field of geology and paleontology. It offers a glimpse into the scientific world of the 19th century and sheds light on the personal life of one of its most accomplished scientists.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.