John Burroughs' Book "The Breath of Life," Open to Title Page, 1915
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Artifact Overview
John Burroughs (1837-1921) was an internationally known naturalist and writer whose nature essays were well-received in both literary and scientific circles. As Burroughs aged, he increasingly contemplated the mystery of nature and its origin. These reflections culminated in a philosophical exploration of natural science titled The Breath of Life, published in 1915.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Photographic print
Date Made
circa 1915
Subject Date
circa 1915
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
P.833.2985
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Linen (Material)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 7.875 in (test)
Width: 11.25 in (test)
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