Isbn: 9780670037759 - the humboldt current: nineteenth-century exploration and the roots of american environmentalism (48 risultati)

Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. A masterly and beautifully written account of the impact of Alexander von Humboldt on nineteenth-century American history and culture The naturalist and explorer Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859) achieved unparalleled fame in his own time. Today, however, he and his enormous legacy to American thought are virtually unknown. In The Humboldt Current, Aaron Sachs traces Humboldt's pervasive influence on American history through examining the work of four explorers--J. N. Reynolds, Clarence King, George Wallace, and John Muir--who embraced Humboldt's idea of a chain of connection uniting all peoples and all environments. A skillful blend of narrative and interpretation that also discusses Humboldt's influence on Emerson, Whitman, Thoreau, Melville, and Poe, The Humboldt Current offers a colorful, passionate, and superbly written reinterpretation of nineteenth-century American history.…

Hardback. Condizione: Good. A masterly and beautifully written account of the impact of Alexander von Humboldt on nineteenth-century American history and culture The naturalist and explorer Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859) achieved unparalleled fame in his own time. Today, however, he and his enormous legacy to American thought are virtually unknown. In The Humboldt Current, Aaron Sachs traces Humboldt's pervasive influence on American history through examining the work of four explorers--J. N. Reynolds, Clarence King, George Wallace, and John Muir--who embraced Humboldt's idea of a chain of connection uniting all peoples and all environments. A skillful blend of narrative and interpretation that also discusses Humboldt's influence on Emerson, Whitman, Thoreau, Melville, and Poe, The Humboldt Current offers a colorful, passionate, and superbly written reinterpretation of nineteenth-century American history.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condizione: acceptable. Fairly worn, but readable and intact. If applicable: Dust jacket, disc or access code may not be included.

Condizione: good. Signs of wear and consistent use.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condizione: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condizione: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condizione: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condizione: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Used - Very Good.

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Hardback. Condizione: Good. A masterly and beautifully written account of the impact of Alexander von Humboldt on nineteenth-century American history and culture The naturalist and explorer Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859) achieved unparalleled fame in his own time. Today, however, he and his enormous legacy to American thought are virtually unknown. In The Humboldt Current, Aaron Sachs traces Humboldt's pervasive influence on American history through examining the work of four explorers--J. N. Reynolds, Clarence King, George Wallace, and John Muir--who embraced Humboldt's idea of a chain of connection uniting all peoples and all environments. A skillful blend of narrative and interpretation that also discusses Humboldt's influence on Emerson, Whitman, Thoreau, Melville, and Poe, The Humboldt Current offers a colorful, passionate, and superbly written reinterpretation of nineteenth-century American history.…

Hard Cover. Condizione: Near Fine. Near Fine. Hardcover; remainder mark on lower edge; o/w in near fine condition.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. In VERY GOOD condition. Hardcover. Includes dust jacket. No underlining/highlighting.

Hardcover. Condizione: Near Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. Minimal wear // Pages Crisp and Clean // Spine in great Shape. Inscribed by previous Owner.

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fine. 1st Edition. fine book in a fine dust jacket. Full number line on copyright page, indicating first edition.

Hard Cover. Condizione: Very Good -. Very Good -. First Edition. (2006), 496pp, illus., light rubbing to cover, top corners lightly bumped, slight rubbing & edgewear to dj, contents clean.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condition: Very Good. Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing.

HARDCOVER. Fine dj. xiv. + 496pp. Illustrated: photographs, maps, & facsimiles in black & white. First Printing per print line. NOT a Remainder. Includes Notes, Chronology, Bibliography, & Index. Fine/Fine dj. (book like new: clean/unmarked/crisp. jacket complete/clean/crisp, front bottom flap corner creased, no tears).…

Hardcover. Condizione: New. ~ New Inside and Out! Clean & Crisp Pages. (E-mail for more info./pics).

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good.

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Near Fine. First Edition. The naturalist and explorer Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859) achieved unparalled fame in his own time, particularly in the United States. Burgundy boards, black spine with gold-color lettering, xii, 496 pp., 41 illustrations, unclipped jacket. 1st Edition, 1st Printing. A book in excellent, like-new condition. Nice jacket with very minimal wear.…

Hardcover. Corners of boards lightly bumped, page edges tanned.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. First Edition; First Printing. 486 pages; Yellowing to pages. Stains to exterior edge of pages only. Otherwise in Very Good condition. No writing or major defects.; - We offer free returns for any reason and respond promptly to all inquiries. Your order will be packaged with care and ship on the same or next business day. Buy with confidence.…