On A Piece Of Chalk

""On A Piece Of Chalk"" is an essay written by Thomas Henry Huxley, a prominent British biologist and philosopher, in 1868. The essay explores the geological history of the chalk cliffs found along the southern coast of England, and the significance of the tiny fossils found within the chalk. Huxley uses the chalk as a metaphor for the fragility and impermanence of human knowledge and understanding, arguing that our understanding of the world is constantly evolving and subject to revision as new evidence is discovered. The essay is a classic example of Huxley's clear and concise writing style, and his ability to make complex scientific concepts accessible to a general audience. It remains a popular and influential work in the fields of geology and science writing.THIS 30 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Selections of Huxley, by Thomas Henry Huxley. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766128660.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.