As per our current Database, Charles Lyell has been died on feb 22, 1875 (age 77).
When Charles Lyell die, Charles Lyell was 77 years old.
| Popular As | Charles Lyell |
| Occupation | Geologist |
| Age | 77 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Born | November 14, 1797 (Scotland) |
| Birthday | November 14 |
| Town/City | Scotland |
| Nationality | Scotland |
Charles Lyell’s zodiac sign is Scorpio. According to astrologers, Scorpio-born are passionate and assertive people. They are determined and decisive, and will research until they find out the truth. Scorpio is a great leader, always aware of the situation and also features prominently in resourcefulness. Scorpio is a Water sign and lives to experience and express emotions. Although emotions are very important for Scorpio, they manifest them differently than other water signs. In any case, you can be sure that the Scorpio will keep your secrets, whatever they may be.
Charles Lyell was born in the Year of the Snake. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Snake are seductive, gregarious, introverted, generous, charming, good with money, analytical, insecure, jealous, slightly dangerous, smart, they rely on gut feelings, are hard-working and intelligent. Compatible with Rooster or Ox.
British Geologist and author of Principles of Geology, which popularized the concept of uniformitarianism. He was one of the first Scientists to postulate that the earth is older than 200 million years, which was the commonly accepted notion during the 19th century.
His passion for geology coincided with his deteriorating vision.
Charles Darwin was one of his closest friends but he continued to reject the concept of evolution in each of the first nine editions of the Principles.
He had nine younger siblings.
Another famous Geologist like Lyell was James Parkinson.
