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Suess
/ zo̅o̅s /
- Austrian geologist who studied the evolution of the features of the Earth's surface, particularly the formation of mountains. His concept of the early supercontinent Gondwanaland was a forerunner of modern theories of continental drift.
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Between these land masses lay a great Mediterranean sea—the “Tethys” of Suess.
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From his father Joseph Suess derived a dignified, almost military bearing, and his personal beauty from his mother.
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Suess, in his peregrinations, had obtained a thorough insight into the mysteries of this branch of business.
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Charles Alexander was aware that Suess knew too many court secrets to be allowed to quit the country.
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Moreover, the necessities of the Duke made him feel that he might still need the ingenuity of Suess to help him to raise money.
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