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The Royal Natural History
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General AnimalsNature WritingZoology
ISBN13: 9781024247664
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 626
Weight: 1.90
Height: 1.26 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Royal Natural History is a comprehensive survey of the animal kingdom, written by Richard Lydekker and Philip Lutley Sclater. This exhaustive work details the characteristics, habitats, and behaviors of a vast array of animal species, presented in a manner accessible to both scholars and general readers. From mammals and birds to reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates, the book covers the breadth of zoological knowledge prevalent at the time of its writing.
Illustrated with detailed engravings and diagrams, The Royal Natural History offers insights into the natural world, reflecting the scientific understanding and perspectives of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This book remains a valuable resource for those interested in the history of zoology and the study of animal life.
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