Author: Edwin B. Eckel
On July 31, 1931, a wealthy 67-year-old bachelor died in Philadelphia. He was Richard Alexander Fullerton Penrose, Jr., who left a generous endowment to the Geological Society of America (GSA), already by then in its forty-third year of existence. The impact of that endowment on GSA and, through it, on the earth sciences has been immeasurable. Read the fascinating story of how this learned society, founded in 1888, was born, matured, and became a Penrose heir; how it is constituted, governed, and managed; and its activities, accomplishments, and objectives. The author speaks from authority, having served as Executive Director from 1970-74. Covers GSA's history from its founding through 1981, when the Society was preparing to celebrate its 1988 centennial. Includes many old and rare photographs.
Published: 5/01/1982
ISBN Number: 0-8137-1155-x
Pages: 182
Product Category: EBooks