Edward Hitchcock geological survey notebook, 1834 to 1835
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| Creator | Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 |
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| Title | Edward Hitchcock geological survey notebook, 1834 to 1835 |
| Dates | 1834-09-1835-05 |
| Abstract | Notes kept by Edward Hitchcock during a portion of his geological survey of Massachusetts, primarily dating from May 1835. The notes discuss the geology of Massachusetts and descriptions of the terrain and the rock types. Drawings related to the geology of the state are inlcluded, and expenses incurred for May 1835 and September 1834 are listed. The first section of the diary lists scripture passages related to the deluge and destruction of the world. Several Latin passages from books, some of which are crossed out, are included within this section of the diary. |
| Physical Description | 1 item (22 pages) |
| Languages | English, Latin |
| Place of Creation | Massachusetts |
| Genre | Notebooks |
| Genre | Field notes |
| Subject | Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 – Notebooks, sketchbooks, etc. |
| Subject | Geological surveys – Massachusetts |
| Subject | Geology – Massachusetts |
| Subject | Deluge |
| Part of | Edward and Orra White Hitchcock Papers |
| Finding Aid | View the finding aid for this item's collection |
| Repository | Amherst College Archives & Special Collections |
| Shelf Location | Box 11 Folder 11 |
| Access and Use | Public Domain: This material has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. While Amherst College Archives & Special Collections claims no rights or authority over this material, we do ask that any publication or use of this material cite the Archives & Special Collections at Amherst College as the source of the images and the repository where the original documents can be found. |