Physiography: An Introduction to the Study of Nature is a book written by T. H. Huxley, a prominent British biologist and science writer, that explores the physical aspects of the natural world. The book provides an overview of the earth's surface features, including mountains, rivers, and oceans, and their formation and evolution over time. Huxley also delves into the study of rocks, minerals, and fossils, and their role in understanding the history of the earth. The book also covers topics such as climate, weather, and atmospheric phenomena, as well as the study of living organisms and their relationship to the physical environment. Throughout the book, Huxley emphasizes the importance of observational and experimental methods in scientific inquiry, and encourages readers to engage with the natural world through careful observation and analysis. Overall, Physiography is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the study of nature, written by one of the most influential scientists of the 19th century.1887. With illustrations. Contents: The Thames; Springs; Rain and Dew; The Crystallization of Water; Snow and Ice; Evaporation; The Atmosphere; The Chemical Composition of Pure Water; The Chemical Composition of Natural Waters; The Work of Rain and Rivers; Ice and Its Work; The Sea and Its Work; Earthquakes and Volcanoes; Slow Movements of the Land; Living Matter and the Effects of its Activity on the Distribution of Terrestrial Solids, Fluids, and Gases-Deposits Formed by the Remains of Plants; The Formation of Land by Animal Agencies-Coral Land; The Formation of Land by Animal Agencies-Foraminiferal Land; The Geological Structure of the Basin of the Thames; and the Interpretation of that Structure; The Distribution of Land and Water; The Figure of the Earth-Construction of Maps; The Movement of the Earth; and The Sun.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.