The Book of Naturalists by William Beebe
Anyone curious about animals, nature, or the history of biology will find much of interest in this ample and varied collection. Reflecting his infectious enthusiasm for "the best natural history," Beebe's personal assortment of favorites includes excerpts from massive sources, such as Audubon and Darwin, and intriguing pieces from lesser known authors most of us would not normally encounter. Arranged in chronological order, the small masterpieces here range from Aristotle to Rachel Carson. Each of them is introduced by an incisive and sometimes humorous description of its author.
"This is an anthology with a fine sense of history.. there is a timelessness to many of its selections."--Washington Post Book World
William Beebe, born Charles William Beebe (July 29, 1877 - June 4, 1962)[2] was anAmerican naturalist, ornithologist, marine biologist, entomologist, explorer, and author. He is remembered for the numerous expeditions he conducted for the New York Zoological Society, his deep dives in the Bathysphere, and his prolific scientific writing for both academic and popular audiences.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780691024080 |
| ISBN 10 | 0691024081 |
| Title | The Book of Naturalists |
| Author | William Beebe |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Princeton University Press |
| Year published | 1988-04-21 |
| Number of pages | 520 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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