Alexander von Humboldt

Multiperspective Approaches

Inbunden, Engelska, 2022

AvGregor C. Falk,Manfred R. Strecker,Simon Schneider

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However, this publication does not intend to add another encyclopedic text compilation but to observe and critically analyze this unique personality´s relevance in a modern context, particularly in discussing environmental and social key issues in the twenty-first century.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2022-07-24
Mått155 x 235 x 22 mm
Vikt600 g
FormatInbunden
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor231
FörlagSpringer Nature Switzerland AG
ISBN9783030940072

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Part 1: Humboldt’s integrative scientific approach: Pioneering modern Earth system sciences.- “Through a country we never intended to see”. Revisiting The Humboldt renaissance.- Alexander Von Humboldt and earth system science.- Part 2: Humboldt’s influence on bio-geo-sciences.- Humboldt, biogeography, and the dimension of time.- Revisiting the Chimborazo Volcano – Cradle of plant geography.- Part 3: Humboldt, the Earth scientist.- Humboldt's interpretation of the Andean geology.- Part 4: Humboldt, his relevance for contemporary education strategies and the political discourse.- “Should Alexander Von Humboldt be part of contemporary geography education?”.- Alexander Von Humboldt, a liberal ecologist. An essay.- Part 5: Humboldt: Empathic patron, consultant and communicator of science.- The Humboldt paradox: Science communication and mythology.- Indigenous knowledge – Humboldt´S idea of intercultural understanding.- Humboldt’s journey to Russia and Siberia in 1829 – His dual role as consultant and explorer.- Part 6: An epilogue.- Alexander Von Humboldt: Dilletante of natural history or Oracle of modern science?.