Alexander Winchell "Sketches of Creation" 1871

Item Details

An 1871 antique hardcover edition of renowned American geologist Alexander Winchell’s Sketches of Creation, a history of the early geological ages of the Earth and the development of life across this vast time span. In Winchell’s day he attracted controversy for supporting Darwin’s theory of evolution and providing an account of the origin of the Earth not in accordance with the Biblical narrative. The work provides a fascinating glimpse at late 19th century geological science and biology. It is illustrated with etchings and bound in a brown cloth hardcover.

Condition

- normal paper yellowing, light cover wear, some page edge wear. Hinges are loose but sewn bindings are intact, with no detached pages.

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Item #

17CIN632-327