Lorenz Oken

Lorenz Oken: A Biographical Sketch is a book written by Alexander Ecker in 1883. The book is a detailed biography of Lorenz Oken, a German naturalist, philosopher, and scientist who lived during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book covers Oken's life from his birth in 1779 to his death in 1851, and provides a comprehensive overview of his contributions to the fields of biology, philosophy, and natural history. Ecker delves into Oken's early life and education, his career as a professor of natural history and philosophy, and his involvement in the political and social issues of his time. The book also explores Oken's scientific achievements, including his development of the concept of the ""archetype"" in biology and his contributions to the study of comparative anatomy. Overall, Lorenz Oken: A Biographical Sketch provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of the most influential naturalists and philosophers of the 19th century.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.