Book Description

In this fascinating collection of essays, two of the leading naturalists of the 18th century explore a wide range of topics in natural history and science. Carl von Linné, the father of modern taxonomy, offers a detailed analysis of the classification of plants and animals, while George Edwards offers insights into the behavior and ecology of a variety of species. The essays are written in an accessible and engaging style, and are illustrated with beautiful engravings. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of natural science. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.