商品描述
"Pedologists trying to survive professionally in the 21st century don't enjoy the freedoms of Constantin Nikiforoff. There are evermore new methods, procedures and rules and regulations to be considered. But directly observing Living Soils in Living Landscapes remains 'the point at the horizon' for future pedology, providing a much-needed echo at this point in time of the work of Constantin Nikiforoff." - Johan Bouma Wageningen University, Netherlands "Alfred Hartemink continues his studies of the beginnings of soil science in the USA by examining the life and contributions of Constantin Nikiforoff. He was a student of Konstantin Glinka, immigrant, translator of Russian literature, soil mapper for the Bureau of Soils, and author of scientific papers. The book describes the early history of soil mapping, classification, and geography and Constantin Nikiforoff's connections to American soil scientists. The book is well-written and richly illustrated." - Jim Bockheim University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA "This is the life story of Constantin Nikiforoff, one of the great pioneers in pedology, who fled Russia to continue his career in the USA. It unearths in detail how excellence of soil science in Russia has benefited developments in the USA. This book is also about digging in the past for understanding contemporary issues. It reads like a novel and is compelling literature for anyone interested in progress in soil science." - Jozef (Seppe) Deckers KU Leuven University, Belgium "Alfred Hartemink believes that individuals make a difference to the course of history and, therefore, soil science. He is right. And he brings fiery, passionate and tireless energy and scholarship to bear to convert the rest of us." - David Dent Former ISRIC Director. UK "This is a book for Pedology Thinkers. It couples the virtues of interdisciplinarity to the strong will of obtaining pedogenic evidence and knowledge. This book deserves much applause as it is a biography of the unique Russian American Constantin Nikiforoff, and a compendium of pedological evolution. It travels effortlessly through the emerging field of soil science." - Selim Kapur University of Çukurova, Türkiye "The biography of Constantin Nikiforoff is a comprehensive review of his remarkable accomplishments and legacy in soil science. The book traces his journey from Russia to the USA and highlights his influential work and dedication. Alfred Hartemink captures the essence of his contributions to the discipline, making it an insightful read into the life of this renowned soil scientist." - Maxine J. Levin Chair SSSA Council on History, Philosophy and Sociology of Soil Science, USA "Truth is stranger than fiction. You can enjoy the personal history of Constantin Nikiforoff as if you were watching a Russian drama during the revolution, or a Hollywood movie. After reading this book, you will become an eloquent storyteller of Pedology, and it is highly recommended for anyone interested in soil science and its early beginnings." - Takashi Kosaki Kyoto University, Japan "The book is an exciting story, and it reads like a romantic journey for soil scientists. It reviews the career of Constantin Nikiforoff as well as the history and achievements of pedology. Deep digging into early studies and soil scientists teaches us to respect our past." - Erika Micheli Szent Istvan University, Hungary "This marvelous biography reminds me that soils have memories that tend to dissipate over time. Constantin Nikiforoff was important to the early development of soil science and well deserves Alfred Hartemink's scientific account. His book provides new perspectives of early American soil science and in so doing demonstrates the genius and power of 19th century soil concepts that can be designated as Russian." - Dan Richter Duke University, USA "Constantin Nikiforoff played a pivotal role in the evolution of American soil science. He emphasized the importance of understanding soil in relation to the landscapes and systems that form it--not just as an agricultural resource, but as a living natural body. His views played a key role in shifting soil science from a descriptive discipline to one focused on genesis and dynamic processes. His ideas remain strikingly relevant today." - Kate Scow University of California Davis, USA
商品描述(中文翻譯)
「在21世紀，試圖專業生存的土壤學家並不享有康斯坦丁·尼基福羅夫（Constantin Nikiforoff）所擁有的自由。需要考慮的新的方法、程序和規則與日俱增。但直接觀察《活土壤》（Living Soils）在《活景觀》（Living Landscapes）中的表現，仍然是未來土壤學的「地平線上的一點」，在此時此刻為康斯坦丁·尼基福羅夫的工作提供了急需的回響。」 - 約翰·布馬（Johan Bouma）
荷蘭瓦赫寧根大學（Wageningen University）
「阿爾弗雷德·哈特明克（Alfred Hartemink）透過研究康斯坦丁·尼基福羅夫的生平和貢獻，繼續他對美國土壤科學起源的研究。他是康斯坦丁·格林卡（Konstantin Glinka）的學生，移民，俄羅斯文學的翻譯者，土壤測繪員，並為《土壤局》（Bureau of Soils）工作，還是科學論文的作者。這本書描述了土壤測繪、分類和地理的早期歷史，以及康斯坦丁·尼基福羅夫與美國土壤科學家的聯繫。這本書寫得很好，插圖豐富。」 - 吉姆·博克海姆（Jim Bockheim）
美國威斯康辛大學麥迪遜分校（University of Wisconsin-Madison）
「這是康斯坦丁·尼基福羅夫的生平故事，他是土壤學的偉大先驅之一，逃離俄羅斯以在美國繼續他的職業生涯。這本書詳細揭示了俄羅斯土壤科學的卓越如何促進了美國的發展。這本書還關於挖掘過去以理解當代問題。它讀起來像小說，對任何對土壤科學進步感興趣的人來說都是引人入勝的文學作品。」 - 約瑟夫（塞佩）·德克斯（Jozef (Seppe) Deckers）
比利時魯汶大學（KU Leuven University）
「阿爾弗雷德·哈特明克認為，個人對歷史的進程和土壤科學有著影響。他是對的。他帶著熱情、充滿活力和不知疲倦的學術精神，影響著我們其他人。」 - 大衛·登特（David Dent）
前ISRIC主任，英國
「這是一本為土壤學思考者而寫的書。它結合了跨學科的優點，並強烈追求獲得土壤生成的證據和知識。這本書值得讚賞，因為它是獨特的俄裔美國人康斯坦丁·尼基福羅夫的傳記，也是土壤學演變的彙編。它輕鬆地穿越了新興的土壤科學領域。」 - 塞利姆·卡普爾（Selim Kapur）
土耳其恰克羅瓦大學（University of Çukurova）
「康斯坦丁·尼基福羅夫的傳記全面回顧了他在土壤科學領域的卓越成就和遺產。這本書追溯了他從俄羅斯到美國的旅程，並突顯了他的影響力工作和奉獻精神。阿爾弗雷德·哈特明克捕捉了他對這一學科貢獻的本質，使這本書成為深入了解這位著名土壤科學家生活的有見地的讀物。」 - 麥克辛·J·萊文（Maxine J. Levin）
美國土壤科學學會歷史、哲學與社會學委員會主席
「真相比虛構更奇特。你可以像在觀看俄國革命時期的俄國戲劇或好萊塢電影一樣，享受康斯坦丁·尼基福羅夫的個人歷史。閱讀這本書後，你將成為土壤學的口才故事家，並且強烈推薦給任何對土壤科學及其早期起源感興趣的人。」 - 小崎隆（Takashi Kosaki）
日本京都大學（Kyoto University）
「這本書是一個激動人心的故事，對土壤科學家來說就像是一場浪漫的旅程。它回顧了康斯坦丁·尼基福羅夫的職業生涯以及土壤學的歷史和成就。深入挖掘早期研究和土壤科學家的工作教會我們尊重過去。」 - 艾瑞卡·米凱利（Erika Micheli）
匈牙利聖伊什特萬大學（Szent Istvan University）
「這本精彩的傳記提醒我，土壤有著隨時間而消散的記憶。康斯坦丁·尼基福羅夫對土壤科學的早期發展至關重要，值得阿爾弗雷德·哈特明克的科學記錄。他的書提供了對早期美國土壤科學的新視角，並因此展示了19世紀土壤概念的天才和力量，這些概念可以被稱為俄羅斯的。」 - 丹·里希特（Dan Richter）
美國杜克大學（Duke University）
「康斯坦丁·尼基福羅夫在美國土壤科學的演變中扮演了關鍵角色。他強調了理解土壤與形成它的景觀和系統之間的關係的重要性——不僅僅作為農業資源，而是作為一個活的自然體。他的觀點在將土壤科學從描述性學科轉變為專注於生成和動態過程的學科中發揮了關鍵作用。他的思想至今仍然引人注目。」 - 凱特·斯考（Kate Scow）
美國加州大學戴維斯分校（University of California Davis）
作者簡介
Alfred Hartemink, a native of the Netherlands, is professor of soil science at the University of Wisconsin - Madison where he teaches Pedology, and Earth's Soil. His research focuses on novel ways to explore the soil profile, proximal soil sensors, and the management of soil carbon in natural and agricultural ecosystems. He is also the author of historical works on soil science, including the highly acclaimed Soil Science Americana (Springer, 2021).
作者簡介(中文翻譯)
阿爾弗雷德·哈特明克（Alfred Hartemink）是荷蘭籍的土壤科學教授，任教於威斯康辛大學麥迪遜分校（University of Wisconsin - Madison），教授土壤學（Pedology）和地球的土壤（Earth's Soil）。他的研究專注於探索土壤剖面的新方法、近端土壤感測器（proximal soil sensors）以及在自然和農業生態系統中管理土壤碳的方式。他也是土壤科學歷史著作的作者，包括備受讚譽的《土壤科學美國史》（Soil Science Americana）（Springer, 2021）。
