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Book synopsis

Samuel Smiles' "Robert Dick: Baker of Thurso, Geologist and Botanist" traces the remarkable life of Robert Dick, a man whose beginnings were humble but whose curiosity knew no bounds. Working as a baker in Thurso, he did not treat his surroundings as ordinary; instead, he studied the land, the rocks, and the plants around him with the patience of a scholar. By turning everyday observation into disciplined inquiry, Dick developed a deep understanding of geology and botany, earning recognition that far exceeded what his station might have suggested. The book highlights how self-education, persistence, and a steady devotion to careful work can transform a private passion into lasting contribution.Robert Dick - Baker of Thurso, Geologist and Botanist is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1879.

Book details

• Full title: Robert Dick
• Subtitle: Baker of Thurso, Geologist and Botanist.DE
• Author: Samuel Smiles
• Series: Nachdruck der Ausgabe von 1879,
• Language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 488
• EAN: 9783348158305
• ID: 52495218
• Publisher: Hansebooks
• Weight: 661 g
• Dimensions: 215 × 152 mm
• Date of publishing: 21. May 2026

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