Outlines of Creation

Name: Outlines of Creation
Author: Elisha Noyce

By Elisha Noyce

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A concise natural-history survey offers accessible explanations of the heavens, the atmosphere, and the Earth's composition and fossil record. It outlines astronomical concepts such as stars, the sun, planets, comets, and nebulae, then turns to meteorological topics including air composition, pressure, winds, clouds, and electrical phenomena. A substantial geology section traces rock types, strata, mountain and volcano formation, fossils, and the succession of organic life preserved in rock layers. Throughout, the text blends scientific description with reflections linking natural observation to theological ideas and urges readers toward further study.

About the Author

Elisha Noyce

Elisha Noyce was an American author known for his contributions to educational literature in the late 19th century. His works often aimed to engage young readers with scientific and industrial concepts. Notable among his publications are "Outlines of Creation," which explores the natural world and its origins, and "The Boy's Book of Industrial Information," a resource designed to inform and inspire young minds about various industries and technologies. Noyce's writing reflects a commitment to making complex ideas accessible to children, thereby fostering curiosity and learning.