The naturalist Alexander von Humboldt (1769–1859) travelled to South America in 1799. Five years... Læs mere
Represents the first articulation of an integrative "science of the earth," encompassing most of today's environmental sciences. This title introduces the treatise and explains its enduring significance.
The acclaimed Prussian naturalist Alexander von Humboldt (1769–1859) was referred to by Charles Darwin as 'the greatest scientific traveller who ever lived'.... Læs mere
The acclaimed Prussian naturalist Alexander von Humboldt (1769–1859) was referred to by Charles Darwin as 'the greatest scientific traveller who ever lived'.... Læs mere
Renowned explorer Alexander von Humboldt (1769–1859) gives remarkable... Læs mere
The explorer and multi-disciplinary scientist Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859) developed some of the first geological theories of... Læs mere
Explorer Alexander von Humboldt (1769–1859) was described by Darwin as 'the greatest scientific traveller who ever lived'. His... Læs mere
In 1829, explorer Alexander von Humboldt (1769–1859) embarked on an epic 10,000-mile expedition to study largely unexplored areas of Central Asia. He... Læs mere
In 1829, explorer Alexander von Humboldt (1769–1859) embarked on an epic 10,000-mile expedition to study largely unexplored areas of Central Asia. He... Læs mere
This is a selection of Alexander von Humboldt's favourite essays on natural science. The remarkable breadth of coverage (including... Læs mere
Humboldt was one of the most respected scientists of his time. His expeditions to... Læs mere