Life Beneath The Waves: And A Description Of The Brighton Aquarium (1871)

By E. Birch

Book Overview

Life Beneath The Waves: And A Description Of The Brighton Aquarium (1871) is a book written by E. Birch, which provides a comprehensive overview of marine life and the Brighton Aquarium. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which focuses on marine life and the second on the Brighton Aquarium.The first part of the book is a detailed account of the various species of marine life that inhabit the ocean. Birch covers everything from fish and crustaceans to mollusks and echinoderms. He describes their physical characteristics, habitats, and behaviors, and provides illustrations to aid in identification.The second part of the book is a description of the Brighton Aquarium, which was a popular attraction in the 19th century. Birch provides a history of the aquarium, its exhibits, and the various events that took place there. He also includes descriptions of the various species of marine life that were on display, as well as illustrations of the aquarium's architecture and exhibits.Overall, Life Beneath The Waves: And A Description Of The Brighton Aquarium (1871) is a fascinating historical document that provides a glimpse into the world of marine life and the early days of public aquariums. It is a must-read for anyone interested in marine biology, aquariums, or Victorian-era history.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: 1164850032
• ISBN13: 9781164850038
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"