The Flower Faded: A Short Memoir of Clementine Cuvier, Daughter of Baron Cuvier, with Reflections, by John Angell James |
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... competitors . His greatest celebrity was derived from his extensive researches , valuable discove- ries , and immortal works in the department of natural history , comparative anatomy , and especially in MEMOIR OF BARON CUVIER. ...
... competitors . His greatest celebrity was derived from his extensive researches , valuable discove- ries , and immortal works in the department of natural history , comparative anatomy , and especially in MEMOIR OF BARON CUVIER. ...
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... natural history , comparative anatomy , and especially in the subject of fossil geo- logy . As a statesman , it is a striking proof of his abilities and his moderation , and some think of his somewhat too great flexibility of politics ...
... natural history , comparative anatomy , and especially in the subject of fossil geo- logy . As a statesman , it is a striking proof of his abilities and his moderation , and some think of his somewhat too great flexibility of politics ...
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... highest distinction , and given birth to new trains of research which are fast disclosing to us the structure of our planet , and the nature of the convulsions with which it has been so often shaken . As BARON CUVIER . 13.
... highest distinction , and given birth to new trains of research which are fast disclosing to us the structure of our planet , and the nature of the convulsions with which it has been so often shaken . As BARON CUVIER . 13.
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... Natural Sciences . Those who were present at the last lecture of this great master , retain an impression which can never be imparted to such as have not experienced it , and of which I can convey but a very feeble notion . Seldom had ...
... Natural Sciences . Those who were present at the last lecture of this great master , retain an impression which can never be imparted to such as have not experienced it , and of which I can convey but a very feeble notion . Seldom had ...
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... nature has been impa- tient and has revolted , but the Lord has been always there , ready to support my courage . " To another friend she said , " Pray for me , for I can no longer pray for myself . " The accent and the look which ...
... nature has been impa- tient and has revolted , but the Lord has been always there , ready to support my courage . " To another friend she said , " Pray for me , for I can no longer pray for myself . " The accent and the look which ...
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