A Preliminary Discourse On The Study Of Natural History (1834)

A Preliminary Discourse On The Study Of Natural History is a book written by William Swainson and first published in 1834. The book is a comprehensive introduction to the study of natural history and covers a wide range of topics related to the subject. It is divided into four parts, each of which deals with a different aspect of the study of natural history.The first part of the book discusses the history of natural history and its various branches, including botany, zoology, and geology. Swainson also provides an overview of the different methods used in the study of natural history.The second part of the book focuses on the classification of living organisms. Swainson provides a detailed explanation of the Linnaean system of classification and discusses the various changes that have been made to it over time.The third part of the book deals with the anatomy and physiology of animals. Swainson provides a detailed description of the various systems of the body and how they function.The final part of the book is devoted to the study of natural history in the field. Swainson provides practical advice on how to collect and preserve specimens, as well as how to observe and record the behavior of animals in their natural habitats.Overall, A Preliminary Discourse On The Study Of Natural History is an important work in the field of natural history and provides a valuable introduction to the subject for students and enthusiasts alike.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.