Barnacles in Nature and in Myth (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169735477)

""Barnacles in Nature and in Myth"" is a fascinating book written by Edward Heron-Allen that explores the natural history and mythology of barnacles. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the biology and ecology of barnacles, including their anatomy, reproduction, and distribution. The second part delves into the various myths and legends associated with barnacles throughout history, from ancient times to the present day. Heron-Allen's writing is engaging and informative, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of these fascinating creatures and their place in human culture. Whether you are a biologist, a historian, or simply a curious reader, ""Barnacles in Nature and in Myth"" is sure to captivate and enlighten you.1928. This volume had its origin in a post-prandial discourse delivered in 1926 before the �������Sette of Odd Volumes�������, and was intended to see the light as one of the Opuscula issued by that Society by and to its members. In the process of preparing that discourse, the author made discovery of a vast number of references to the subject in the works of early zoologists, botanists and thaumatogenists, constituting a veritable literature of the subject, and as the result, the present compilation ensued. Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Edward Heron-Allen
ISBN-10: 1169735479
ISBN-13: 9781169735477
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 210
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.71lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.50d