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The map that changed the world

Simon Winchester · 2001

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The first geological map of anywhere in the world was made by William Smith. It was not until 1829 that his genius was realised. Written by the author of The Surgeon of Crowthorne, this is an extraordinary tale of the father of modern geology.

Book details

Year
2001
Language
English
Publisher
Paragon, Chivers Press
Editions
1
Pages
392
ISBN
9780754024811

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