Richard Owen

Richard Owen: Scotland 1810, Indiana 1890 is a biographical work by Victor Lincoln Albjerg. The book tells the story of Richard Owen, a Scottish-born American geologist, paleontologist, and naturalist who made significant contributions to the field of geology in the 19th century. Owen's life and career are explored in detail, from his upbringing in Scotland to his emigration to the United States and his work as a geologist and professor at Indiana University. The book also discusses Owen's role in the development of the Indiana Geological Survey and his contributions to the understanding of the geology of the Midwest. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Albjerg provides a fascinating portrait of a pioneering scientist and his impact on the field of geology.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.