| Management number | 240200520 | Release Date | 2026/07/16 | List Price | US$10.40 | Model Number | 240200520 | ||
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Life and letters of Thomas Henry Huxley Volume 3 presents a reflective continuation of the scientist's life, concentrating on the tension between declining health and unwavering dedication to the advancement of scientific and educational reform. This volume traces a period marked by physical strain while highlighting his persistent commitment to strengthening the connection between science, industry, and national progress. The opening passages describe a year filled with illness yet shaped by determined engagement in public and intellectual affairs. Through a series of letters and personal reflections, the narrative reveals a strong belief in the importance of organized technical education as a foundation for sustaining innovation and addressing growing international competition. The correspondence illustrates how scientific understanding, disciplined learning, and structured industry could work together to support societal development. Alongside these professional concerns, the volume offers insight into personal vulnerability, portraying moments of fatigue and introspection that contrast with the author's well-known public resolve. The result is a multifaceted portrait that blends perseverance, intellectual clarity, and the emotional realities of a life devoted to inquiry and public service.
| Book format | Paperback |
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| Fiction/nonfiction | Non-Fiction |
| Genre | Biography & Memoirs |
| Publication date | November, 2025 |
| Pages | 412 |
| Subgenre | General |
| Series title | No Series |
| Number in series | 0 |
| Edition | 1 |
| Publisher | Double9 Books Llp |
| Original languages | English |
| Language | English |
| Edu focus | Science & Technology |
| Educational level | General |
| Is collectible | N |
| Character | Thomas Henry Huxley |
| Recording time | 0 min |
| Retail packaging | Single Piece |
| Assembled product dimensions (l x w x h) | 5.50 x 0.92 x 8.50 in |
| Assembled product weight | 1.05 lb |
| Bisac subject heading | Biography & Autobiography |
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