9781332961603 - Report on the Progress and Condition of the Illinois State Museum of Natural History: For the Years 1913-1914 and 1915-1916 (Classic Reprint) di Crook, A. R. (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book encapsulates the progress and conditions of the Illinois State Museum of Natural History from 1913 to 1916. Over this time, the museum expanded its collection through donations, purchases, and field expeditionsâ"not only increasing its specimen count but also diversifying its range of offerings for the public to enjoy. The author details not only the increase in space but also the enhanced installations, such as cases and pedestals, that facilitated improved organization and presentation of the natural history collection. This book is not only a fascinating account of the museum's growth during this period but also highlights the growing recognition of museums as valuable institutions for preserving and exhibiting our natural and cultural heritage. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.