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Charles Emerson Beecher is a biography written by Robert Tracy Jackson in 1904. The book details the life and accomplishments of Charles Emerson Beecher, who was a prominent figure in the field of paleontology and geology during the late 19th century. The book begins by exploring Beecher's early life, including his upbringing in a family of scientists and his education at Yale University. From there, it delves into his career as a paleontologist, highlighting his groundbreaking research on trilobites and his contributions to the study of the Cambrian period.Throughout the book, Jackson provides insight into Beecher's personal life, including his marriage to fellow paleontologist Mary Morse, as well as his relationships with other notable figures in the field such as Charles Walcott and James Dwight Dana.In addition to chronicling Beecher's scientific achievements, the book also delves into his role as a teacher and mentor, as well as his involvement in various scientific societies and organizations.Overall, Charles Emerson Beecher is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of the most significant figures in the history of paleontology and geology.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.