Book Description | ""A Discourse On The Character Of The Late Chester Averill: Professor Of Chemistry In Union College"" is a book written by Thomas Crosswell Reed in 1837. The book is a tribute to the life and work of Chester Averill, who was a professor of chemistry at Union College. The author provides a detailed description of Averill's life, education, and career as a chemist. The book also includes a discussion of Averill's contributions to the field of chemistry, particularly his research on the properties of gases. The author also emphasizes Averill's dedication to teaching and his impact on his students. The book serves as a eulogy to Averill's life and legacy, and provides insight into the early history of chemistry education in America.Delivered At The Request Of The Faculty Of Said College, On The Evening Of July 16, 1837.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. |