Overview
"Preliminary Report of a Geological Reconnoissance of Louisiana," originally published in 1901, offers a fascinating glimpse into the early geological exploration of the state. Authored by Eugene Woldemar Hilgard and the New Orleans Academy of Sciences, this report details the initial findings of a comprehensive geological survey. It covers the state's diverse terrains and geological formations. This historical document is invaluable for understanding the geological context of Louisiana and the scientific methodologies employed at the turn of the 20th century. It serves as a crucial resource for geologists, historians of science, and anyone interested in the natural history of the American South.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
- | Author: Eugene Woldemar Hilgard
- | Publisher: Hutson Street Press
- | Publication Date: May 22, 2025
- | Number of Pages: 00132 pages
- | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
- | ISBN-10: 1023860090
- | ISBN-13: 9781023860093
