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David Starr Jordan
AuthorBooks · Second hand1851-1931
David Starr Jordan was the founding president of Stanford University, serving from 1891 to 1913. He was an ichthyologist during his research career. Prior to serving as president of Stanford University, he served as president of Indiana University from 1885 to 1891.
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Birth
1851
Death
1931
First book
1876
Years writing
150
David Starr Jordan was a prominent naturalist and ichthyologist who dedicated his life to the scientific study of fish.
His prolific writing career spanned over 260 works, establishing him as a key figure in scientific literature.
Beyond his academic work, he stood out as a staunch peace activist and an educator committed to society.
His most iconic work, the Manual of the vertebrate animals, remains a fundamental reference for the study of North American fauna.
Beyond zoology, he explored diverse facets as a botanist, autobiographer, and even a writer of children's literature.