Edgar Fahs Smith

James Cutbush, An American Chemist, 1788-1823

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Produktbeschreibung

Get to know one of America's most innovative and influential chemists in this compelling and insightful biography. Edgar Fahs Smith brings to life the story of James Cutbush, a man who made significant contributions to the fields of chemistry, medicine, and law during a time of great change in America. With a keen eye for detail and an engaging writing style, Smith paints an unforgettable portrait of a fascinating figure in American history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 102
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 154g
• ISBN-13: 9781021964809
• ISBN-10: 1021964808
• Artikelnr.: 68741436

Autorenporträt

Edgar Fahs Smith (1854-1928) was a distinguished American chemist and historian of chemistry whose scholarly work extended beyond the laboratory to the pages of literary contribution. He served as a professor of chemistry and eventually as Provost of the University of Pennsylvania. Smith's considerable influence in the field of chemistry was matched by his dedication to the preservation and exploration of its history, which culminated in his notable biographical work, 'James Cutbush, an American Chemist, 1788-1823' (Smith, E. F., 1919). This book serves as a testament to his commitment to documenting the lives and accomplishments of pioneering scientists in his field. Edgar Smith's approach to history was characterized by meticulous research and a narrative style that brought to life the human dimensions of scientific endeavor. In addition to biographies, his contributions to chemical literature include numerous scientific papers and books, through which he left an indelible mark on American chemistry both as a practitioner and as a chronicler. Smith's writing reflects a time when science was burgeoning in the United States, and his works remain a significant resource for those interested in the cultural and intellectual heritage of American science (Anälisis Scientific Publishers, 1909).