Zoology

A few lines will suffice to explain why we have compiled the present volume, to what wants it responds, and what its sphere of usefulness may possibly embrace.In our teaching of plastic anatomy, espe …

Fannie Hardy Eckstorm’s ‘The Woodpeckers’ is a seminal exploration of North American woodpecker species, weaving together meticulous scientific observation with a lyrical prose style that engages bot …

In ‘Anatomy of the Cat, ‘ the profound nuances of feline physiology and behavior are explored through an anthology that bridges scientific inquiry with literary finesse. The collection’s thematic cor …

In ‘Natural History: Reptiles, ‘ Philip Henry Gosse delves into the fascinating world of reptiles, offering a meticulous examination of their biology, behavior, and ecological significance. The book …

In ‘The Life of the Spider, ‘ Jean-Henri Casimir Fabre meticulously explores the intricate world of spiders, intertwining rich observational prose with the rigours of scientific inquiry. Fabre’s styl …

In ‘Birds and their Nests, ‘ Mary Howitt captures the delicate interplay between nature and literature, offering a rich exploration of avian life through vivid poetic imagery and charming prose. The …

Biology (Greek,  bios, life; logos, discourse) means the science of life. It treats of animals and plants. That branch of biology which treats of animals is called zoology (Gr.&#x …

In ‘A Treatise of Buggs, ‘ John Southall embarks on a meticulous exploration of the entomological world, focusing particularly on various species of insects and their roles within natural ecosystems. …

A wonderfully entertaining celebration of that most unique of creatures: the sloth. In public estimation, sloths have undergone an astonishing transformation in the course of the past few years. Than …

In ‘The Badger: A Monograph, ‘ Sir Alfred E. Pease presents an intricate exploration of the badger, delving into its biology, behavior, and ecological significance. Written with a keen observational …