The Oxford Museum (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781428651708)

The Oxford Museum is a book written by Henry Acland that provides a comprehensive look at the history and collections of the Oxford University Museum of Natural History. The book is divided into several chapters that cover different aspects of the museum, including its founding, architecture, and exhibits. Acland also discusses the various scientific disciplines represented in the museum's collections, such as geology, zoology, and botany. The book is richly illustrated with photographs and drawings of the museum's specimens and exhibits, providing readers with a visual tour of the museum's highlights. Acland's writing is informative and engaging, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in natural history and museum studies. Overall, The Oxford Museum is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and collections of one of the world's most renowned natural history museums.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: Henry Acland,John Ruskin
ISBN-10: 1428651705
ISBN-13: 9781428651708
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2006
Pages: 132
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d