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A comprehensive portrait of the controversial self-taught archaeologist C. C. Abbott. In the late nineteenth century, Charles Conrad Abbott, a medical doctor and self-taught archaeologist, gained notoriety for his theories on early humans. He believed in an American Paleolithic, represented by an early Ice Age occupation of the New World that paralleled that of Europe, a popular scientific topic at the time. He attempted to prove that the Trenton gravels—glacial outwash deposits near the Delaware River—contained evidence of an early, primitive population that pre-dated Native Americans. His theories were ultimately overturned in acrimonious public debate with government scientists, most ...
"Outings At Odd Times" from Charles Conrad Abbott. American archaeologist and naturalist (1843 - 1919).
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"A Colonial Wooing" from Charles Conrad Abbott. American surgeon, archaeologist and naturalist (1843-1919).
Embark on a journey into the heart of nature with Charles Conrad Abbott's "Travels in a Tree-top," a collection of captivating nature essays and outdoor observations. Abbott, a keen observer of the natural world, invites readers to experience the wonders of the American landscape from a unique vantage point. Through meticulous detail and evocative prose, Abbott shares his intimate knowledge of the natural world. These writings explore themes relevant to all nature enthusiasts. This volume offers a glimpse into a bygone era of natural history writing, capturing the beauty and tranquility of the outdoors. A timeless classic for anyone interested in the natural world, "Travels in a Tree-top" of...