Description

Description: This vignetted image of an elderly Lyell is marked recto and verso by the photographer James Valentine of Dundee, Scotland.

Charles Lyell (1797-1875), Scottish geologist, did significant research into climate change, earthquakes and volcanoes. He authored numerous works including: Principles of Geology, Travels in North America and Geological Evidence of the Antiquity of Man.

4 1/8″ x 2 3/8″. Item #P00217

Condition: A few fly specks, generally very good.