Product Description

Hugh Miller started his working life as a stonemason's apprentice. A keen interest in fossil collecting followed and he was successful in arousing public interest in geological history. This biography follows the 2003 facsimile edition of Hugh Miller's 'The Cruise of the Betsey and Rambles of a Geologist', which Michael Taylor edited.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #884653 in Books
• Published on: 2007-05-09
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 1.10 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 176 pages

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Review
This is an excellent, interesting and scholarly biography of Hugh Miller. ... This book is well researched and a pleasure to read. ... effectively brings to life the complex character of Hugh Miller.Palaeontological NewsletterTaylor deftly organizes his immense quantity of research and Miller's complex life into clear and manageable sections. ... The pictures, excerpts and thematic chapters create a comprehensive and enjoyable volume. IRSS University of GuelphMichael Taylor casts much-needed light upon the character of this singular man ... well illustrated and written in short, tube-length chapters that are all perfectly judged. Buy it now. GeoscientistIt is well worth reading to understand the context of Miller's life, his impact on Scottish geology, and as an introduction to his writing. John Muir Trust Journal

Scotsman, June 9, 2007
'... eminently readable...the most rounded portrait of Miller
that's been written in recent times... handsomely illustrated...excellent
value for money...'

About the Author
Michael A. Taylor is curator of Vertebrate Palaeontolgy at the National Museums of Scotland. He edited the facsimile edition of Hugh Miller's 'The Cruise of the Betsey, with Rambles of a Geologist' which was published by NMS in 2003.