Memoirs of William Smith, Author of the "Map of the Strata of England and Wales"

Explore the life and work of William Smith, the father of English geology, through the "Memoirs of William Smith, Author of the 'Map of the Strata of England and Wales, '" penned by John Phillips. This biography delves into Smith's groundbreaking contributions to stratigraphy and geological mapping. Discover the story behind the creation of his revolutionary geological map and his lasting impact on the field of earth sciences. A fascinating read for historians of science and anyone interested in the development of geology as a discipline.

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