""The Beginnings of Natural History in America: An Address"" is a historical work written by George Brown Goode in 1886. The book explores the early history of natural history in America, tracing its roots back to the earliest European explorers and settlers. Goode examines the contributions of early naturalists, including John Bartram, Benjamin Smith Barton, and Alexander Wilson, and highlights the importance of their work in shaping the field of...