Geological Pioneers of the Jurassic Coast - Andrew S. Goudie and Denys Brunsden

Aug 6, 2026

Geological Pioneers of the Jurassic Coast profiles key figures who shaped the understanding of geology along the Jurassic Coast. The book traces the progression from early investigators and fossil collectors to the institutional establishment of geology in universities, including the development of geological mapping. It highlights notable stratigraphers and palaeontologists, followed by other influential contributors, supported by a glossary, bibliography, references, and index for study and further research.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages209

Reading Time8 h 47 min

AccessFree to download

Contents

Acknowledgements

The Authors

1. Introduction

2. The Earliest Investigators

3. The Fossil Collectors

4. Establishment of Geology at the Universities and the Golden Age

5. The Geological Map

6. Gifted Stratigraphers and Palaeontologists

7. Some Other Stars

Conclusion

Glossary

Bibliography and References

Index

Geological Pioneers ofthe Jurassic Coast Geological Pioneers of the Jurassic Coast ANDREW S . GOUDIE AND DENYS B RUNS DEN Oxford University Press is a department of the University of Oxford. It furthersthe University’s objective of excellence in research, scholarship, and education by publishing worldwide. Oxford is a registered trade mark of Oxford University Press in the UK and certain other countries. Published in the United States of America by Oxford University Press 198 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10016, United States of America. © Oxford University Press 2023 All rights reserved. No part of this publication maybe reproduced, stored ina retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, without the prior permission in writing of Oxford University Press, or as expressly permitted bylaw, by license, or under terms agreed with the appropriate reproduction rights organization. Inquiries concerning reproduction outside the scope of the above should be sent to the Rights Department, Oxford University Press, at the address above. You must not circulate this work in any other form and you must impose this same condition on any acquirer. CIP data is on file at the Library of Congress ISBN 978–0–19–763808–8 DOI: 10. 1093/oso/9780197638088.001.0001 1 3 5 7 9 8 6 4 2 Printed by Marquis, Canada Contents Acknowledgements vii The Authors ix 1. Introduction 1 The Geological Backdrop 2 2. The Earliest Investigators 21 William Hobbs 24 Robert Hooke 25 John Woodward 28 James Parkinson 33 3. The Fossil Collectors 37 Mary Anning 39 Elizabeth Philpot 44 Richard Owen 44 Samuel Beckles 47 Peter Brodie 50 Thomas Hawkins 53 Robert Damon 56 4. Establishment of Geology at the Universities and the Golden Age 60 William Buckland 62 Mary Buckland 71 William Conybeare 72 Henry De la Beche 76 5. The Geological Map 82 Thomas Webster 87 Edward Forbes 89 Henry William Bristow 91 Alfred Jukes-Browne 94 Clement Reid 97 Horace Woodward 99 William Ussher 101 Aubrey Strahan 102 William Joscelyn Arkell 104 vi Contents 6. Gifted Stratigraphers and Palaeontologists 108 William Henry Fitton 109 Joseph Prestwich 110 Osmond Fisher 113 Edward Day 115 Sydney Savory Buckman 116 William Dickson Lang 121 Leonard Spath 123 Muriel Arber 124 Michael House 130 7. Some Other Stars 134 Eleanor Coade 134 Peter Orlando Hutchinson 135 John Clavell Mansel-Pleydell 137 John Coode 139 Vaughan Cornish 142 John Green 145 Ernest Burton 147 Marie Stopes 148 Alan Carr 151 Conclusion 161 Glossary 163 Bibliography and References 167 Index 189 Acknowledgements We would like to acknowledge the help given, at many stages ofthis project, by friends and associates who have provided support, encouragement, and information. In the early stages of the development of the World Heritage idea, David Andrews of Devon County Council, Andy Price, Malcolm Turnbull, Tim Badman, and Richard Edmonds worked tirelessly to prepare the Nomination Document and the supporting scientific, planning, and management files. Some of the material from these papers is incorporated into this volume. One of the inspirations for the content was The Heyday of Natural History, 1820–1870, by Lynn Barber, published by Jonathan Cape in 1980. This is highly recommended for anyone interested in the role of women and the impact of ‘outdoor studies’ on the general public of the time. The first drafts of the book were greatly improved by the staff and investments ofthe Jurassic Coast Trust. We particularly thank Luck Culkin, Anjana Khatwa, and Sam Scriven for their help. Above all we thank Sybil King, former Trustee, and the Fines Foundation, for sending our manuscript to the publisher. She has been a strength to us throughout, and we would not have made progress without her. She should be given thanks from all of us for incredible support to the Site over many years and to

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It covers the scientific development of geology along the Jurassic Coast, including early investigations, fossil collecting, university establishment of geology, geological mapping, and palaeontology.

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The book features prominent historical figures, including early investigators and named fossil collectors, stratigraphers, palaeontologists, and other influential contributors.

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It includes acknowledgements, a glossary, bibliography and references, and an index to support deeper research and navigation.

Aug 6, 2026

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