Zoological Illustrations, Second Series, Volume 1 by William Swainson
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"Zoological Illustrations, Second Series, Volume 1" by William Swainson is a scientific publication likely written in the early 19th century. The book serves as an exploration and documentation of new, rare, or interesting animals, primarily focusing on ornithology, entomology, and conchology. It aims to present detailed figures and concise descriptions, reflecting the author's dedication to enhancing the understanding of animal species and their relationships within the natural world. The opening of this
volume provides insights into Swainson's scientific philosophy as he dedicates his work to Mrs. Corrie and outlines the purpose of the illustrations. He mentions the importance of studying individual species to understand the complexities of animated nature, advocating for a collaborative spirit among naturalists who may approach their studies from different angles. The preface emphasizes the significance of accurate scientific illustration while acknowledging the controversies within the field regarding classification methods. It sets the stage for the detailed descriptions and illustrations of various animal species that follow, welcoming both scientific inquiry and artistic capture of nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Swainson, William, 1789-1855 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Zoological Illustrations, Second Series, Volume 1 or, Original Figures and Descriptions of New, Rare, or Interesting Animals |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Keith Edkins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Animals -- Pictorial works |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 44056 |
| Release Date | Oct 29, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 478 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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