The Malay Archipelago (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781023072069)

Embark on a remarkable journey through the "Malay Archipelago" with renowned naturalist Alfred Russell Wallace. This first volume of two chronicles Wallace's extensive travels and observations throughout the islands of what is now Indonesia.

A treasure trove of natural history and ethnography, this classic travelogue offers invaluable insights into the region's diverse flora, fauna, and cultures. Wallace, a contemporary of Darwin, meticulously documents his findings, famously leading to his independent conception of evolution by natural selection.

Explore the geological wonders and biological uniqueness of the islands, including the famed Wallace Line, a biogeographical boundary separating distinct animal species. This edition preserves Wallace's original text, offering readers a window into 19th-century scientific exploration and a timeless perspective on a fascinating part of the world.

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Author: Alfred Russel Wallace
ISBN-10: 1023072068
ISBN-13: 9781023072069
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Language: English
Published: 03/28/2025
Pages: 238
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.13lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.56d