Animal portraiture by Richard Lydekker
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"Animal Portraiture" by Richard Lydekker is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work features a collection of exquisite animal illustrations by Wilhelm Kuhnert, accompanied by original articles that delve into various species' characteristics and habitats. The aim of the book is to combine art with zoological insight, capturing the essence of the animals depicted. The opening of "Animal Portraiture" introduces the majestic lion, providing a detailed description of
its physical attributes, habitat, and behavior. Lydekker explains the significance of the lion’s mane and its role in the animal's dominance and appeal. The text discusses the lion's historical range, emphasizing its connection to Africa while also noting its existence in parts of Asia. This section not only showcases the lion's status as a powerful predator but also touches on its interactions with prey and other species, setting the stage for a broader exploration of animal life found within the detailed studies that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Lydekker, Richard, 1849-1915 |
|---|---|
| Artist | Kuhnert, Wilhelm, 1865-1926 |
| LoC No. | 15019613 |
| Title | Animal portraiture |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: Frederick Warne & Co., 1912. |
| Credits | Alan, Aaron Adrignola and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Animals -- Pictorial works |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 71126 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-71126-3 |
| Release Date | Jul 5, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 537 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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