This definitive biography of Scottish geologist and writer Hugh Miller offers an in-depth look at the life and works of one of Scotland's most influential thinkers. Thomas N. Brown masterfully weaves together Miller's personal story with his major scientific and literary contributions, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of this important figure. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science and literature in Scotland. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.