The History Of Animals (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162666082)

The History of Animals is a comprehensive work on the study of animals written by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle. In this book, Aristotle explores the characteristics, behavior, and classification of various animals, including fish, birds, mammals, and insects. He also examines the anatomy and physiology of animals, their reproductive systems and behaviors, and their relationships with humans.The book is divided into ten volumes, each of which focuses on a different category of animals. Volume one discusses the differences between living beings and the classification of animals. Volumes two through four focus on the anatomy and physiology of animals, while volumes five through eight examine the behavior and characteristics of specific animal groups. Volume nine covers the reproduction and development of animals, and volume ten discusses the relationships between animals and humans.Throughout the book, Aristotle employs a scientific approach to studying animals, relying on observation and analysis rather than myth and superstition. He also draws on the work of other naturalists and philosophers, including his teacher Plato.The History of Animals is considered a groundbreaking work in the field of biology and zoology, and it has had a lasting impact on the study of animals. It remains a valuable resource for scientists, scholars, and anyone interested in the natural world.With regard to animals in general, some parts or organs are common to all, as has been said, and some are common only to particular genera; the parts, moreover, are identical with or different from one another on the lines already repeatedly laid down. For as a general rule all animals that are generically distinct have the majority of their parts or organs different in form or species; and some of them they have only analogically similar and diverse in kind or genus.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: Aristotle
ISBN-10: 1162666080
ISBN-13: 9781162666082
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 304
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.16lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.64d