Isbn: 9781333400118 - an historical account of testaceological writers (classic reprint) (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 examines the history of testaceology, the scientific study of mollusks. It traces the development of this branch of zoology from its origins in ancient Greece to the early 18th century. The author provides detailed accounts of the work of key figures in the field, including Aristotle, Pliny, and Linnaeus, and discusses the various systems of classification that have been proposed over time. The book also includes a wealth of illustrations, including many of the first images of mollusks ever published. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of natural history, and it provides a fascinating glimpse into the development of our understanding of the natural world. 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.…