The American Museum of Natural History: Its Origin, Its History, the Growth of Its Departments to December 31, 1909 (1911)

""The American Museum of Natural History: Its Origin, Its History, The Growth of Its Departments to December 31, 1909"" is a comprehensive book written by Henry Fairfield Osborn. The book provides a detailed account of the American Museum of Natural History, from its inception to its growth and development until the end of 1909. The author describes the museum's history, including its founding, early years, and notable events that shaped its growth. The book also provides an in-depth look at the various departments of the museum, such as anthropology, zoology, and geology. Osborn provides an overview of the museum's collections, including the specimens, artifacts, and exhibits that make up the museum's vast collection. The author also highlights the important contributions made by the museum's staff and researchers, including notable figures such as Theodore Roosevelt and Charles Darwin. Overall, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of natural history museums in the United States and the role they have played in scientific research and education.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.