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Revisionist biography of this fine geologist, whose writings postulated on biological evolution, the usefulness of fossils, and the formulation of geomorphological features predated the major works which followed his death.
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Biography / Memoir
Out of Print
By: Ellen Tan Drake
386 pages, B/w photos, illus
Drake skillfully focuses on Hooke's research in geologic phenomena and places it within a larger historical context. . . .Beautiful illustrations coupled with Drake's well-written prose make for an enjoyable read. --Choice
"Throughout, the book is informed by Drake's considerable scholarship...[She] has brought to life and to our attention the amazingly erudite and fresh voice of Robert Hooke."--Isis