Geography in the Making: The American Geographical Society, 1851-1951 - Hardcover

Geography In The Making: The American Geographical Society, 1851-1951 is a comprehensive historical account of the American Geographical Society (AGS) and its contributions to the field of geography over a century. The book, written by John Kirtland Wright, explores the origins of the AGS, its early years, and its growth into a prominent institution in the United States.The author delves into the AGS's role in promoting geographical exploration, scientific research, and education. He highlights the society's involvement in expeditions to remote regions, such as the Arctic and Antarctic, and its support for cartography and geographic information systems. The book also covers the AGS's contributions to wartime efforts, including providing maps and intelligence for military operations during World War II.Beyond its scientific contributions, the AGS was also a cultural and social institution, hosting lectures, exhibitions, and conferences that brought together scholars, explorers, and enthusiasts from around the world. The book provides insight into the society's internal workings, including its governance structure, membership, and finances.Overall, Geography In The Making offers a fascinating look at the evolution of geography as a discipline and the role that the AGS played in shaping its development. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of geography, scientific institutions, and American cultural history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.