Keywords:
Human geography.
;
Environment.
;
Physical geography.
;
Earth sciences.
Description / Table of Contents:
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?.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
Pages:
1 Online-Ressource(XIV, 231 p. 36 illus., 26 illus. in color.)
Edition:
1st ed. 2022.
ISBN:
9783030940089
Series Statement:
Springer eBook Collection
URL:
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-94008-9
DOI:
10.1007/978-3-030-94008-9
Language:
English
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