Zoological Illustrations, Second Series, Volume 2 by William Swainson
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"Zoological Illustrations, Second Series, Volume 2" by William Swainson is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This work focuses on original figures and detailed descriptions of new, rare, or interesting animal species primarily from the fields of ornithology, entomology, and conchology. Swainson, a renowned naturalist and ornithologist, catalogues various species, providing insightful observations on their classification and biological significance. The beginning of this volume sets the tone for a
serious academic discourse on zoology, reflecting on the state of scientific inquiry and the lack of sufficient support for zoological studies in Britain at the time. The preface outlines frustrations with superficial studies in natural history while acknowledging recent discoveries and advancements in the field. The opening then transitions into detailed descriptions and illustrations of various animal species, including birds, butterflies, and mollusks, complete with their classifications, habitats, and behaviors, illustrating Swainson's commitment to the meticulous documentation of zoological diversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Swainson, William, 1789-1855 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Zoological Illustrations, Second Series, Volume 2 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: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Animals -- Pictorial works |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 44057 |
| Release Date | Oct 29, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 499 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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