Gleanings In Natural History

Gleanings In Natural History

Edward Jesse

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
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Zoología y ciencias animales
ISBN:
9781286794050
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Gleanings In Natural History, by Edward Jesse, presents a fascinating look at the natural world of nineteenth-century Britain. This third and final series includes observations on a variety of animals and plants, as well as detailed descriptions of some of the Royal Parks and Residences. Jesse’s engaging prose brings the natural world to life, offering insights into the habits and habitats of creatures great and small. This volume provides a valuable glimpse into the past, capturing a time when natural history was a popular pursuit and the British countryside was undergoing significant change. Readers will appreciate Jesse’s keen eye for detail and his passion for the natural world. This edition offers enduring appeal for anyone interested in natural history, British wildlife, and the history of the Royal Parks.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.

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