List Of The Specimens Of Mammalia In The Collection Of The British Museum

By John Edward Gray

Book Overview

List Of The Specimens Of Mammalia In The Collection Of The British Museum is a book written by John Edward Gray in 1843. The book provides a comprehensive list of all the mammal specimens held in the British Museum at the time of writing. It includes descriptions of each specimen, along with information on its origin, habitat, and other relevant details.The book is organized into sections based on the different orders and families of mammals, making it easy for readers to find specific information on the specimens they are interested in. The descriptions are written in a clear and concise style, making the book accessible to both experts and laypeople.In addition to the descriptions of the specimens, the book also includes a number of illustrations and plates depicting various mammal species. These illustrations are detailed and accurate, providing readers with a visual reference for the specimens they are reading about.Overall, List Of The Specimens Of Mammalia In The Collection Of The British Museum is an important reference work for anyone interested in the study of mammals. It provides a valuable snapshot of the state of mammal taxonomy in the mid-19th century, and is still consulted by researchers and scholars today.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164888897
• ISBN13: 9781164888895
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"