Lives Of Eminent Zoologists From Aristotle To Linnaeus: With Introductory Remarks On The Study Of Natural History (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163112311)

The book ""Lives of Eminent Zoologists from Aristotle to Linnaeus: With Introductory Remarks on the Study of Natural History"" by William MacGillivray is a comprehensive account of the lives and works of some of the most significant zoologists in history. The book begins with an introduction to the study of natural history and its importance in understanding the natural world. It then proceeds to provide detailed biographies of prominent zoologists such as Aristotle, Pliny the Elder, Albertus Magnus, Conrad Gesner, John Ray, and Carl Linnaeus.The book explores the contributions of each zoologist to the field of natural history, including their discoveries, theories, and publications. It also examines the historical and cultural contexts in which these zoologists lived and worked, providing a rich and nuanced understanding of their lives and legacies.Throughout the book, the author highlights the important role that zoologists have played in advancing our understanding of the natural world, and emphasizes the ongoing relevance of their work today. The book is well-researched and engagingly written, making it an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of science, natural history, or zoology.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: William Macgillivray
ISBN-10: 1163112313
ISBN-13: 9781163112311
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 396
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.16lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d