Reptiles And Birds

Reptiles And Birds

Louis Figuier

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Poesía
ISBN:
9781120691644
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''Reptiles and Birds: A Popular Account of Their Various Orders'' is a book written by Louis Figuier and published in 1892. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed overview of reptiles and birds, including their physical characteristics, behavior, habitats, and evolution. The author discusses the various orders of reptiles and birds, such as crocodiles, snakes, lizards, eagles, owls, and penguins, among others. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both casual readers and students of biology. It is illustrated with numerous black and white drawings and photographs, providing a visual representation of the different species discussed in the book. Overall, ''Reptiles and Birds: A Popular Account of Their Various Orders'' is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about these fascinating creatures.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.

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