Theory of the Earth - Volume II

Theory of the Earth - Volume II

James Hutton, scottish geologist, physician, chemical manufacturer and naturalist (1726-1797)


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Table of Contents

- About This Book

- Part Ii. Farther Induction Of Facts And Observations

- Introduction

- Chapter I. Facts In Confirmation Of The Theory Of Elevating Land Above The Surface Of The Sea

- Chapter Ii. The Same Subject Continued

- Chapter Iii. Facts In Confirmation Of The Theory, Respecting Those Operations Which Re-dissolve The Surface Of The Earth

- Chapter Iv. The Same Subject Continued

- Chapter V. Facts In Confirmation Of The Theory Respecting The Operations Of The Earth Employed In Forming Soil For Plants

- Chapter Vi. A View Of The Economy Of Nature

- Chapter Vii. The Same Subject Continued

- Chapter Viii.

- Chapter Ix. The Theory Illustrated, With A View Of The Summits Of The Alps

- Chapter X. The Theory Illustrated With A View Of The Valleys Of The Alps

- Chapter Xi. Facts And Opinions Concerning The Natural Construction Of Mountains And Valleys

- Chapter Xii. The Theory Illustrated, By Adducing Examples From The Different Quarters Of The Globe

- Chapter Xiii. The Same Subject Continued

- Chapter Xiv. Summary Of The Doctrine Which Has Been Now Illustrated